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1 CALL TO ORDER
The meeting commenced with the call to order.
Agenda item 1: CALL TO ORDER
2 CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
The section requests the inclusion of additional business items in the meeting.
Agenda item 2: CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
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CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
3 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
The section contains declarations of interest.
Agenda item 3: DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
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3.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
4 CONFIRMATION OF THE COUNCIL MINUTES
Council members confirmed the minutes.
Agenda item 4: CONFIRMATION OF THE COUNCIL MINUTES
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4.
CONFIRMATION OF THE COUNCIL MINUTES
4.a Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Council meeting held on May 25, 2026
The minutes document records a closed session from the regular council meeting that occurred on May 25, 2026.
Agenda item 4.a: Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Council meeting held on May 25, 2026
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4.a
Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Council meeting held on
May 25, 2026
4.b Minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on July 13, 2026
Council moved into Committee of the Whole to consider public meetings, deputations, presentations, correspondence reports, consent agenda items, postponed matters, prior motions, and additional business while Kristopher Stevens presented a PowerPoint regarding Glassworks Village Official Plan Amendment applications for 1919 26th Street East. The Council approved requests for development charge exemptions, conditional building permits, a sewer project budget increase of $488,167.38, various consent agenda items including parking leases at 11th Street West and business licence approvals. Additionally, the Council approved resolutions supporting the Municipality of South Huron regarding fire services funding and expressing interest in participating with Penetanguishene on heads and beds payments while postponing a resolution concerning a Community Impact Lab pilot to September 14, 2026.
Council Moved Into Committee of the Whole to Consider Public Meetings
Council moved into Committee of the Whole to consider public meetings, deputations, presentations, correspondence reports, consent agenda items, postponed matters, prior motions, and additional business. Kristopher Stevens presented a PowerPoint regarding Glassworks Village Official Plan Amendment applications for 1919 26th Street East, while Valerie Vanderwyk supported stable home ownership opportunities for Indigenous Peoples living off reserve.
Meeting Authorized Specific Permit Agreements, Adjusted the Sanitary Sewer Replacement Budget
Council approved requests for development charge exemptions, conditional building permits, a sewer project budget increase of $488,167.38, and various consent agenda items including parking leases at 11th Street West and business licence approvals.
Council Approved Resolutions Supporting Fire Services Funding and Heads and Beds Payments
Council approved resolutions supporting the Municipality of South Huron regarding fire services funding and expressing interest in participating with Penetanguishene on heads and beds payments. The Council postponed a resolution concerning a Community Impact Lab pilot to September 14, 2026, while receiving another report for information purposes before approving an additional $16,500 allocation from the Parkland Reserve Fund for that same project.
Council Reviewed Closed Session Minutes Regarding Labour Relations for CUPE Unions, Litigation
Council returned to open session after a closed discussion on labour relations and litigation matters involving CUPE 1189-00 Inside Workers, CUPE 1189-01 Outside Workers, the Owen Sound Professional Firefighters Association, property at 23rd Street East, insurance claims, solicitor-client privilege communications, and staffing negotiations.
Agenda item 4.b: Minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on July 13, 2026
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Minutes
Owen Sound City Council
July 13, 2026
5:30 p.m.
City Hall - 808 2nd Avenue East - Council Chambers
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ian Boddy
Deputy Mayor Scott Greig
Councillor Travis Dodd
Councillor Jon Farmer
Councillor Brock Hamley
Councillor Marion Koepke
Councillor Suneet Kukreja
Councillor Carol Merton
Councillor Melanie Middlebro'
STAFF PRESENT: Tim Simmonds, City Manager
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Pam Coulter, Director of Community Services
Mason Bellamy, Manager of Public Works and Engineering
Sabine Robart, Manager of Planning and Heritage
Briana Bloomfield, City Clerk
Staci Landry, Deputy Clerk
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Boddy called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
2. CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
2.a Councillor Koepke Re: Hottest Street Sale
2.b Mayor Boddy Re: Canada Day
3. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
3.a Councillor Farmer - Closed Session Agenda Item
Councillor Farmer declared a conflict of interest with an item on the Closed
Session agenda.
3.b Mayor Boddy - Report CS-26-066 from the Director of Community Services Re:
Request to Lease Two Additional Parking Spaces - Municipal Parking Area - 11th
Street West
Mayor Boddy declared a conflict of interest with Item 11.a due to the Mayor
having acted previously as the solicitor for the party making the request.
3.c Councillor Hamley - Correspondence Items 8 and 12 contained within Item 11.j -
Correspondence Received which is Presented for the Information of Council
Councillor Hamley declared a conflict of interest with discussions arising out of
correspondence items 8 and 12 contained within Item 11.j of the agenda, due to
the Councillor's personal employment with the Government of Ontario.
4. CONFIRMATION OF THE COUNCIL MINUTES
4.a Minutes of the Special Council meeting held on June 15, 2026
4.b Minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on June 15, 2026
4.c Minutes of the Special Council meeting held on June 23, 2026
R-260713-001
Moved by Councillor Dodd
Seconded by Councillor Farmer
"THAT the minutes of the following meetings be adopted as printed:
1. Special Council meeting held on June 15, 2026;
2. Regular Council meeting held on June 15, 2026; and
3. Special Council meeting held on June 23, 2026."
Carried.
5. MOTION TO MOVE COUNCIL INTO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
R-260713-002
Moved by Councillor Dodd
Seconded by Councillor Farmer
"THAT City Council now move into Committee of the Whole to consider public
meetings, deputations and presentations, public forum, matters arising from
correspondence, reports of City staff, consent agenda, committee minutes,
matters postponed, motions for which notice was previously given and additional
business."
Carried.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
6. PUBLIC MEETINGS
There were no public meetings.
7. DEPUTATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
7.a Deputation from Kristopher Stevens, Glassworks Development Co-operative
Board President Re: Glassworks Village Official Plan and Rezoning Applications
Kristopher Stevens provided a PowerPoint presentation respecting Glassworks
Development Co-operative's Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment applications for the property located at 1919 26th Street East,
requesting Council's support for the proposed development and approval in
principle of the planning applications.
Mayor Boddy advised that the applications would proceed through the planning
process in accordance with provincial legislation and that Council does not have
the authority to grant approval in principle.
8. PUBLIC FORUM
8.a Valerie Vanderwyk, resident of the Traditional Territory of the Haudenosaunee
People (Six Nations of the Grand River, Haldimand Tract, Cayuga)
The Speaker expressed support for the Glassworks Village development, stating
that the proposed development would support stable home ownership
opportunities for Indigenous Peoples living off reserve and other low-income
earners.
8.b Andrii Zvorygin, Owen Sound resident
The Speaker suggested relocating meal services in Owen Sound to the east side
of the City, noting that many people experiencing homelessness are finding
shelter closer to health services, County services, and public transit, and stating
that the relocation would help alleviate pressures on businesses, families, and
public spaces in the River District.
8.c Doug Miller, Municipality of Meaford resident
The Speaker expressed support for the Glassworks Village development and
requested City staff support and guidance to assist in advancing the proposed
development.
8.d Doug Murdoch, Owen Sound resident
The Speaker inquired about the timeline for repairing and reopening the
pedestrian pathway between 5th Avenue East and 4th Avenue East near St.
Mary's Church and asked when the portion of the Stoney Orchard Trail currently
located on private property would be rerouted.
The Director of Community Services advised that staff would follow up with Mr.
Murdoch regarding the pedestrian pathway near St. Mary's Church and noted
that, as part of the servicing of the adjacent development, the portion of the
Stoney Orchard Trail located on the developer's property would be relocated to
adjacent City-owned lands with the goal of minimizing disruption to trail users.
8.e Tamara Sargent, Owen Sound resident
The Speaker inquired about the decision to remove the public garbage
receptacle in Carney's Lane in the River District and asked whether the potential
impacts on individuals receiving meals from OSHaRE had been considered.
Mayor Boddy advised that the City Manager had already responded to the
Speaker's inquiry by email.
9. CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION OF COUNCIL IS
REQUIRED
There were no correspondence items presented for consideration.
10. REPORTS OF CITY STAFF
10.a Report CS-26-060 from the Senior Planner Re: Recommendation Report - ZBA
No. 58 for 1201 15th Avenue East (East Court Residences Apartments)
The Director of Community Services provided an overview of the report and
responded to questions of Council.
R-260713-003
Moved by Councillor Farmer
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-060, respecting proposed
Zoning By-law Amendment No. 58 by Baker Planning Group (Caroline
Baker) on behalf of Andpet Realty Limited (Peter Van Dolder) to permit an
eight-storey apartment building with community lifestyle facilities on lands
known as 1201 15th Avenue East, City Council:
1. In consideration of the staff reports, recommendations, technical
reports, and oral and written submissions, including public and
agency comments received, finds that the application is consistent
with the Provincial Planning Statement, confirms to the goals and
objectives of the City’s Official Plan, and represents good planning;
2. Directs staff to bring forward by-laws, and provide notice in
accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, to:
a. Pass Amendment No. 58 to the City’s Zoning By-law 2010-078, as
amended up to and including Amendment No. 56 (amending by-
law 2025-079 being the last site-specific amendment); and
b. Pass Amendment No. 58 to the City’s Zoning By-law 2010-078, as
amended up to and including Amendment No. 57 (amending by-
law 2026-030 known as the 2026 Update); and
3. Authorizes the Chief Building Official and Director of Community
Services to execute a Conditional Building Permit Agreement."
Carried.
10.b Report CR-26-064 from the Director of Corporate Services Re: Development
Charge Exemption Request - 1201 15th Avenue East
The Director of Corporate Services provided an overview of the report and
responded to questions of Council.
R-260713-004
Moved by Deputy Mayor Greig
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-064 respecting an exemption
request for development charges at 1201 15th Avenue East, City Council
directs staff to administer and collect development charges in accordance
with the Development Charges Act, 1997 and the City's Development
Charges By-law."
Carried.
10.c Report CS-26-070 from the Manager of Planning and Heritage Re: Request for
Conditional Building Permit - 2125 16th Street East (Heritage Grove)
The Director of Community Services provided an overview of the report and
responded to questions of Council.
R-260713-005
Moved by Councillor Koepke
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-070 respecting a request by
Villarboit (Owen Sound) HLP (Walter Hugo) on behalf of Heritage Grove
Centre Inc. (Guery E Goyo) for a conditional building permit for lands
municipally known as 2125 16th Street East, City Council directs staff to
bring forward a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a
Conditional Building Permit Agreement, subject to the conditions outlined
in the report, including the requirement for security."
Carried.
The Manager of Planning and Heritage left the meeting.
10.d Report OP-26-034 from the Manager of Public Works and Engineering Re: 16th
Avenue and 20th Street East Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project Update
The Manager of Public Works and Engineering provided an overview of the
report and responded to questions of Council.
R-260713-006
Moved by Deputy Mayor Greig
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report OP-26-034 respecting the 16th
Avenue and 20th Street East Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project Update,
City Council:
1. Approves the project budget increase of $488,167.38, including the
non-refundable allocation of HST; and
2. Authorizes the Purchasing Agent to execute Contract Change Orders
for engineering and construction related activities deemed
necessary to complete the project."
Carried.
10.e Verbal Report from the Deputy Mayor Re: Grey County Council
Deputy Mayor Greig reported that Grey County Council:
Approved the Municipality of West Grey's Official Plan.
Received a report regarding the reintroduction of Grey Transit Route 5
from Owen Sound to Sauble Beach.
Approved the minutes from the Urban Road and Roads Exchange Task
Force meeting. The legal transfer of roads will take effect June 1, 2027,
and will include updated 10-year transitional funding of $11,261,020, traffic
signal operational funding over five years of $183,951, a one-time
development charges transfer of $3,302,921, and a one-time capital
transfer of $269,010 for the Harrison Park hill (Grey County Road 5).
County Council also required that transitional funding payments be subject
to a minimum annual increase of 5%.
Approved a two-year renewal of the property lease for the Rural Ontario
Medical Program (ROMP) medical student residence in Owen Sound. The
lease fee of $3,200 per month is paid by the ROMP. The City supports the
residence by providing winter maintenance, garbage bag tags, internet
access, and additional parking, if required. Over 90% of program
participants have chosen to remain in the area to practice medicine.
Approved an allocation of $2.8 million to be included in the 2028 budget
as an allowance for Conservation Authority levies.
In response to a question from Council regarding the implications of the roads
transfer from Grey County, the City Manager advised that staff are planning to
bring forward a report to Council on July 27, 2026.
R-260713-007
Moved by Deputy Mayor Greig
"THAT in consideration of the Verbal Report provided July 13, 2026 from
Deputy Mayor Greig respecting Grey County Council, City Council receives
the Verbal Report for information purposes."
Carried.
Having declared a conflict of interest with Item 11.a, Mayor Boddy left the Council
Chambers. Deputy Mayor Greig assumed the position of Chair.
11. CONSENT AGENDA
11.a Report CS-26-066 from the Director of Community Services Re: Request to
Lease Two Additional Parking Spaces - Municipal Parking Area - 11th Street
West
R-260713-008
Moved by Councillor Dodd
“THAT in consideration of the items listed on the July 13, 2026 Consent
Agenda, City Council approves the recommendation contained in Item 11.a
being Staff Report CS-26-066 respecting a request to lease two additional
parking spaces in the municipal parking area on 11th Street West.”
Carried.
Mayor Boddy resumed the position of Chair.
11.b Report CR-26-066 from the Director of Corporate Services Re: Development
Charges Reduction Program - Application Update
11.c Report CS-26-067 from the Director of Community Services Re: Request to
Lease Lands to the West of 612 2nd Avenue East
11.d Report CR-26-042 from the Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Re: Contract
Assignment of RFP-24-009 Parking Enforcement and Crossing Guard Services
and RFP-24-003 Campground Security Services
11.e Report CR-26-072 from the Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Re: Approval of
Non-Standard Procurement - Supply and Delivery of Two (2) Sidewalk Plows
11.f Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Bruce Grey Poverty Task
Force meeting held on June 19, 2026
11.g Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Owen Sound Police Service
Board meeting held on May 27, 2026
This item was pulled due to incorrect attachments being included with the
minutes and will be brought forward at the next Council meeting on July 27,
2026.
11.h Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: River District Board of
Management meeting held on May 13, 2026
11.i Final approvals issued for the following Business Licences:
Maggas Sleep Toronto-Owen Sound, a CPAP therapy provider located at
945 3rd Avenue East
Expedia Cruises Owen Sound, a travel agency located at 843 2nd Avenue
East
Tokyo Smoke Cannabis & Vapes, a cannabis and vape retailer located at
797 9th Avenue East, Suite 1
Platinum Taxi, a taxi company located at 945 3rd Avenue East, Unit 25
Papa John's Pizza, a take-out restaurant located at 1023 2nd Avenue
East
Tree House Children's Clothing, a children's clothing store has relocated
to 834 2nd Avenue East
Owen Sound Flowers, a flower store has relocated to 1350 16th Street
East
Siddharth Vipulkumar Talati (Truzen Pharmacy Inc.) is the new owner of
Shoppers Drug Mart located at 100 10th Street West
Hawker and Peddler Licence issued to the Owen Sound Agricultural
Society for the Owen Sound Fall Fair from September 10-13, 2026
Annual Hawker and Peddler Licence issued to Marc LeBlanc to operate
Trail Nutz Media, a mobile photography business
11.j Correspondence received which is presented for the information of Council
R-260713-009
Moved by Councillor Dodd
"THAT in consideration of the items listed on the July 13, 2026 Consent
Agenda, City Council:
1. Receives Items 11.b, 11.c, 11.d, 11.e, 11.f, 11.h, 11.i and 11.j; and
2. Approves the recommendations contained in Items 11.b to 11.e."
Carried.
Councillor Hamley declared a conflict of interest at this time with discussions
arising out of an item on the correspondence package due to his employment
with the Government of Ontario and left the Council Chambers.
R-260713-010
Moved by Councillor Kukreja
"THAT in consideration of correspondence received on the July 13, 2026
Consent Agenda respecting sustainable provincial grant funding for fire
services in Ontario, City Council:
1. Supports the resolution from the Municipality of South Huron; and
2. Directs staff to send this resolution to the Premier of Ontario, the
Minister of the Solicitor General, the Minister of Infrastructure, the
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Ontario Association of
Fire Chiefs, the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association, the
Ontario Volunteer Fire Fighters Association, the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the Rural Ontario Municipal
Association (ROMA), and the Municipality of South Huron."
Carried.
Councillor Hamley returned to the Council Chambers.
Councillor Dodd left the Council Chambers.
Councillor Hamley declared a conflict of interest at this time with discussions
arising out of an item on the correspondence package due to his employment
with the Government of Ontario and left the Council Chambers.
R-260713-011
Moved by Councillor Kukreja
"THAT in consideration of correspondence received on the July 13, 2026
Consent Agenda respecting heads and beds payment-in-lieu of taxes
program, City Council:
1. Supports the resolution from the Town of Penetanguishene; and
2. Directs staff to send this resolution to the Town of Penetanguishene
to express Council's interest in participating in a collective
discussion with affected municipalities on this matter."
Carried.
Councillor Hamley returned to the Council Chambers.
Councillor Dodd returned to the Council Chambers.
12. COMMITTEE MINUTES WITH RECOMMENDATIONS FOR APPROVAL
12.a Minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on June 24, 2026
R-260713-012
Moved by Councillor Koepke
"THAT the minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on
June 24, 2026 be received and the recommendations contained therein be
approved, save and except Resolution Nos. CS-260624-002 and CS-260624-
009."
Carried.
R-260713-013
Moved by Councillor Merton
"THAT in consideration of Resolution No. CS-260624-002 from the June 24,
2026 Community Services Committee minutes respecting Staff Report CS-
26-023, Agreement to Pilot a Community Impact Lab, City Council
postpones Resolution No. CS-260624-002 to the Regular Council meeting
on September 14, 2026."
Carried.
R-260713-014d
Moved by Deputy Mayor Greig
"THAT in consideration of Resolution No. CS-260624-009 from the June 24,
2026 Community Services Committee minutes respecting Staff Report CS-
26-063, Harrison Park Marker Tree Update - Ecological Restoration and
Cultural Recognition, City Council receives the report for information
purposes."
Prior to a vote on the motion, Councillor Farmer requested a recorded vote:
In Favour Opposed
Councillor Dodd X
Councillor Farmer X
Councillor Hamley X
Councillor Koepke X
Councillor Kukreja X
Councillor Merton X
Councillor Middlebro' X
Deputy Mayor Greig X
Mayor Boddy X
The resolution was defeated with two (2) votes in favour and seven (7) votes
opposed.
R-260713-015
Moved by Councillor Koepke
"THAT in consideration of Resolution No. CS-260624-009 from the June 24,
2026 Community Services Committee minutes respecting Staff Report CS-
26-063, Harrison Park Marker Tree Update - Ecological Restoration and
Cultural Recognition, City Council approves an allocation of an additional
$16,500 to this project from the Parkland Reserve Fund."
Carried.
13. MATTERS POSTPONED
There were no postponed matters.
14. MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS PREVIOUSLY GIVEN
There were no motions for which notice was previously given.
15. DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
15.a Hottest Street Sale
Councillor Koepke congratulated staff on the successful organization of the
Hottest Street Sale event held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, and recognized the
promotion of the River District.
Councillor Farmer added that the event provided an opportunity for children to
move freely and contribute to the activation of the River District.
15.b Canada Day
Mayor Boddy congratulated staff on the successful organization of the Canada
Day celebrations held on June 30 and July 1, 2026 at Kelso Beach at Nawash
Park.
16. MOTION THAT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RISE AND REPORT
R-260713-016
Moved by Councillor Dodd
"THAT the Committee of the Whole rise and report."
Carried.
FORMAL SESSION
17. MOTION TO ADOPT PROCEEDINGS IN COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
R-260713-017
Moved by Councillor Dodd
Seconded by Councillor Farmer
"THAT the action taken in Committee of the Whole in considering public
meetings, deputations and presentations, public forum, matters arising from
correspondence, reports of City staff, consent agenda, committee minutes,
matters postponed, motions for which notice was previously given and additional
business be confirmed by this Council."
Carried.
18. NOTICES OF MOTION
There were no notices of motion.
19. MOTION TO MOVE INTO CLOSED SESSION
Prior to moving into Closed Session, Mayor Boddy advised that for those who are
watching the meeting live on Rogers Cable TV or the Rogers TV website, the Rogers
feed will not reconnect to the meeting upon Council returning to the open session to
report out of the Closed Session and review the by-laws. If anyone would like to view
the remainder of the open session, they can watch the livestream on the City's Council
and Committees webpage at www.owensound.ca/meetings. The video recording of the
meeting will also be posted on this webpage following the meeting.
R-260713-018
Moved by Councillor Dodd
Seconded by Councillor Farmer
"THAT City Council now move into 'Closed Session' to consider:
1. Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Council meeting held on May
25, 2026;
2. Three matters regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
respecting CUPE 1189-00 Inside Workers, CUPE 1189-01 Outside Workers,
and the Owen Sound Professional Firefighters Association;
3. One matter regarding litigation or potential litigation affecting the
municipality respecting a City project;
4. One matter regarding a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to
be applied to negotiations, and a proposed disposition of land by the
municipality respecting property on 23rd Street East;
5. One matter regarding litigation or potential litigation respecting insurance
claims;
6. One matter regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,
including communications necessary for that purpose, and a position,
plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to negotiations
respecting consultation requirements; and
7. One matter regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual,
including municipal employees and labour relations or employee
negotiations respecting staffing."
Carried.
Council moved into the Closed Session at 7:31 p.m.
20. REPORTING OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Boddy advised that Council returned to the open session at 8:59 p.m. All Council
members were present along with the City Manager, City Clerk, and Deputy Clerk.
During the Closed Session, City Council:
Reviewed minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Council meeting held on
May 25, 2026;
Discussed three matters regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
respecting CUPE 1189-00 Inside Workers, CUPE 1189-01 Outside Workers, and
the Owen Sound Professional Firefighters Association, and direction was
provided to staff;
Discussed one matter regarding litigation or potential litigation affecting the
municipality respecting a City project, and no direction was provided;
Discussed one matter regarding a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or
instruction to be applied to negotiations, and a proposed disposition of land by
the municipality respecting property on 23rd Street East, and direction was
provided to staff and the City Solicitor;
Discussed one matter regarding litigation or potential litigation respecting
insurance claims, and no direction was provided;
Discussed one matter regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,
including communications necessary for that purpose, and a position, plan,
procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to negotiations respecting
consultation requirements, and no direction was provided; and
Discussed one matter regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual,
including municipal employees and labour relations or employee negotiations
respecting staffing, and direction was provided to staff.
21. BY-LAWS
21.a By-law No. 2026-078
"A By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Regular Meeting of the Council of
The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound held on the 13th day of July, 2026"
21.b By-law No. 2026-079
"A By-law to amend Encroachment By-law No. 2020-100 to include provisions for
the refurbishment of approved encroachments"
21.c By-law No. 2026-080
"A By-law to amend Delegation of Powers and Duties By-law No. 2014-109 to
provide staff with the authority to approve encroachments and to update
purchasing delegations"
21.d By-law No. 2026-081
"A By-law to amend Fees and Charges By-law No. 2026-067 to establish fees for
encroachment refurbishments"
21.e By-law No. 2026-082
"A By-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an agreement with The
Ice Box St. Thomas Ltd., respecting the operation of a food concession at the
Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre in accordance with RFT-26-002"
21.f By-law No. 2026-083
"A By-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute Licence C0319076 with
His Majesty the King in right of Canada as represented by the Minister of
Transport respecting derby camping areas"
21.g By-law No. 2026-084
"A By-law to adopt Procurement Policy AF009 and repeal By-law No. 2020-002,
respecting the procurement of goods and services"
21.h By-law No. 2026-085
"A By-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute all documents necessary
to complete the transfer of land located at 2181, 2207 and 2229 8th Avenue East
to the Owen Sound Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation"
21.i By-law No. 2026-086
"A By-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an agreement with The
Corporation of the County of Grey, respecting winter maintenance (2025-2030)"
21.j By-law No. 2026-087
"A By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2010-078, respecting lands located at
1201 15th Avenue East (ZBA No. 58)"
21.k By-law No. 2026-088
"A By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2010-078, respecting lands located at
1201 15th Avenue East following the coming into force of City By-law No. 2026-
030 (ZBA No. 58)"
R-260713-019
Moved by Councillor Dodd
Seconded by Councillor Farmer
"THAT By-law Numbers 2026-078, 2026-079, 2026-080, 2026-081, 2026-082,
2026-083, 2026-084, 2026-085, 2026-086, 2026-087, and 2026-088 be passed
and enacted."
Carried.
22. ADJOURNMENT
The business contained on the agenda having been completed, Mayor Boddy
adjourned the meeting at 9:02 p.m.
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Mayor Ian C. Boddy
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Briana M. Bloomfield, City Clerk
5 MOTION TO MOVE COUNCIL INTO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The agenda includes a motion to move the council into committee of the whole.
Agenda item 5: MOTION TO MOVE COUNCIL INTO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
6 PUBLIC MEETINGS
The Mayor declared the Public Meeting open for deputations and presentations regarding agenda item 6, which included announcements by the City Clerk, a presentation from the Manager of Planning and Heritage, input from Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd., public comments, and subsequent closure.
Agenda item 6: PUBLIC MEETINGS
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6.
PUBLIC MEETINGS
6.a
1.
Mayor declares the Public Meeting open.
2.
Announcement by the Mayor.
3.
Public Meeting:
4.
7.
a.
Comments and notice from the City Clerk
b.
Presentation from the Manager of Planning and Heritage
c.
Presentation from the applicant, Barry's Construction and
Insulation Ltd.
d.
Comments from the public.
Mayor declares the Public Meeting closed.
DEPUTATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
6.a Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 - Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
The City of Owen Sound Council received an application from Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-078 for lands at the southwest corner of 6th Avenue West and 10th Street 'A' West. The proposed amendment changes the zoning category for Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 from Retail Commercial (C2) to a C2 Zone subject to Special Provision 14, which permits semi-detached dwellings on specific lots created through Consent B01-2025. Site-specific regulations reduce the minimum lot area requirement to 230 m² and allow maximum lot coverage of 47%, while also permitting single-detached dwelling use for an existing building with a reduced front yard setback of 0.5 metres.
Zoning By-law Amendment Permits Semi-detached Dwellings and Site-specific Regulations for Lands Known
The City of Owen Sound Council received a complete application to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-078 for lands at the southwest corner of 6th Avenue West and 10th Street 'A' West. The proposed amendment seeks site-specific zoning provisions to permit semi-detached dwellings on Part 1, Plan 16R-12308, which is currently zoned Retail Commercial (C2). This change would allow development of the parcel created by Consent B01-2025 and a future severance of an adjacent property into residential lots. A public meeting to consider this Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
Amendment Permits Semi-detached Dwellings on Lands Known As Part 1 Plan 16R-12308
The by-law amends Zoning Map 3 to change the zoning category for lands at 1038 6th Avenue West and Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 from Retail Commercial (C2) Zone to a C2 Zone subject to Special Provision 14. This provision permits semi-detached dwellings on these specific lots while establishing site-specific regulations that reduce the minimum lot area requirement to 230 m² and allow maximum lot coverage of 47%. Additionally, single-detached dwelling use is permitted for an existing building at this location with a reduced front yard setback of 0.5 meters.
Complete Application for Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 Was
A complete application for Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 was submitted by Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd. to permit a semi-detached dwelling on lands created through Consent B01-2025 at 1038 6th Avenue West, with pre-consultation waived due to the minor nature of the proposal.
Application Requests Site-specific Zoning Provisions for Lot Area, Lot Coverage, Front
A Zoning By-law Amendment application (ZBA No. 59) submitted by Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd seeks to permit a semi-detached dwelling on lands legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and proposed severance from 1038 6th Avenue East via Consent B01-2025. The application requests site-specific zoning provisions for lot area, lot coverage, front and rear yard setbacks, with public comments due by July 6, 2026. Canada Post provided no objections to the proposal.
Fire Prevention Officer Matt Given Reviewed Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 Application
Fire Prevention Officer Matt Given reviewed a Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by Barry's Construction for lands at the southwest corner of 6th Avenue West and 10th Street 'A' West. The applicant seeks to permit semi-detached dwellings on two lots, including one created through Consent B01-2025 with approximately 12.2 metres of frontage along 6th Avenue West and a lot area of 249.8 square metres.
Agenda item 6.a: Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 - Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
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Attachment: ZBA No. 59 Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53342
Notice of Complete Application &
Public Meeting
Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59
Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and
1038 6th Avenue West
Take notice that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound has received
an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment, being an application to amend
Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-078, as amended pursuant to Section 34 of the
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended (the “Planning Act”) for lands located at
the southwest corner of the intersection of 6th Avenue West and 10th Street ’A’ West.
This application is deemed to be a complete submission under Section 34(10.4) of the
Planning Act.
Take notice that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound will hold a
public meeting to consider Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 on Monday, July 27, 2026
at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City of Owen Sound, in accordance with
Section 34 of the Planning Act.
Purpose and Effect:
Lands municipally known as 1010 6th Avenue West were subject to Consent B01-2025,
which had the effect of severing the property for the purposes of a new residential
building lot, having approximately 12.2 metres of frontage along 6th Avenue West, 20.6
metres of lot depth, and 249.8 square metres of lot area. The lands created through
Consent B01-2025 and subject to the requested Zoning By-law Amendment are legally
described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308.
Through a future consent application, the applicant is proposing to sever the southern
interior side yard of the adjacent property to the north, municipally known as 1038 6 th
Avenue West, for the purposes of a new residential building lot. The parcel created
through Consent B01-2025, and the parcel proposed to be created through a future
consent application, are proposed to be developed for a semi-detached dwelling.
The lands are zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s Zoning By-law (2010-078, as
amended). Semi-detached dwellings are not among the uses permitted in the C2 Zone.
The effect of the application is to apply a site-specific zoning provision to the lands to
permit a semi-detached dwelling and provide site-specific site and building regulations
with respect to lot area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
Property Description:
The subject lands are legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and PLAN 34 N PT LOT
63, municipally known as 1038 6th Avenue West. The lands are located at the southwest
corner of the intersection of 6th Avenue West and 10th Street ’A’ West and are shown
more particularly on the Key Map below.
Public Meeting:
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall, Council Chambers
808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound
Public Comments/Record:
Any person may participate in the public meeting and/or make written or oral
submissions either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law
Amendment. All submissions will form part of the public record.
Oral and written comments will be considered at the public meeting. Written comments
will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026, and may be submitted to
Briana Bloomfield, City Clerk as follows:
Electronic Mail: notice@owensound.ca
Regular Mail: 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
Written comments received by July 21, 2026 will appear on the Council Meeting agenda
which will be available for review on July 22, 2026, on the Council and Committees
webpage at www.owensound.ca/meetings. Written comments received by the deadline
will be included in the agenda when it is republished after the meeting.
If you wish to participate in the public meeting electronically, you must contact the City
Clerk by Friday, July 24, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at bbloomfield@owensound.ca or 519-376-
4440 ext. 1247 to be registered to participate in the public meeting.
To ensure that your comments are clearly understood and received prior to Council
making a decision, you are strongly encouraged to submit written comments prior to the
public meeting even if you intend to attend the public meeting.
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Planning Act. The information
collected will be used to complete the Zoning By-law Amendment process and will form
part of the public record. Questions about this collection should be addressed to Briana
Bloomfield, City Clerk.
Additional Information:
If you wish to be notified of the decision of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound on
the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to The
Corporation of the City of Owen Sound at the address noted below.
If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of the
Council of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound to the Ontario Land Tribunal but
the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make
written submissions to The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound before the by-law is
passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make
written submissions to The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound before the by-law is
passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an
appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are
reasonable grounds to do so.
For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, or to
inspect additional materials related to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, please
contact Sabine Robart, Planning Division by email at planning@owensound.ca or
telephone at 519-376-4440 ext. 1236 Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m.
and 4:30 p.m. or by visiting http://www.owensound.ca/development.
A copy of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is available on the website together
with additional plans, background studies and reports submitted with the application.
The public meeting and all Council proceedings can be viewed live on Rogers Cable TV or
the Rogers TV Website or viewed during and after the meeting on the City’s Council and
Committees webpage.
If you are the owner of a building that contains 7 or more residential units,
please post this notice in a location that is visible to all the residents.
Notice Date: July 2, 2026
Staci Landry
Deputy Clerk
The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Avenue East
Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
Telephone: 519-376-4440 ext. 1235
Email: notice@owensound.ca
Key Map
N
608 660 650 620 616 610
11th St W
1069 667 663 621 617
594 588 580
560 550
6th Ave W
10th St A W
640 Part 1, Plan 16R-12308
593 569 565 555 545 507
10th St W
655 631 627 619 605
750 960
5th Ave A W
BY-LAW NO. 2026-
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND
BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 2O1O-O78, BEING “A COMPREHENSIVE ZONING BY-LAW TO
IMPLEMENT THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND OFFICIAL PLAN AND TO REGULATE THE USE OF LANDS AND THE
ERECTION, USE, BULK, HEIGHT, LOCATION AND SPACING OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES WITHIN THE
CITY OF OWEN SOUND, as AMENDED”, RESPECTING THE CREATION OF SITE-SPECIFIC ZONING FOR
LANDS KNOWN AS Plan 34, Part Lots 63 N & S, City of Owen Sound, County of Grey (1038 and 1010 6th
Avenue W.).
WHEREAS the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990 c.P. 13, as amended, provides that the Council of a local
municipality may pass By-laws for prohibiting the use of land and for prohibiting the erection, location
or use of buildings and structures for, or except for, such purposes as may be set out in the By-law and
for regulating the use of lands and the character, location and use of buildings and structures; and,
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Owen Sound is desirous of adopting a
zoning by-law amendment pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act and,
WHEREAS such amendment to By-law 2010-078, as amended will maintain the terms and intent
of the City of Owen Sound Official Plan; and,
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the City of Owen Sound has carefully considered all
public comments throughout the process; and,
WHEREAS it is now deemed desirable and in the public interest to adopt By-law 2026- .
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND HEREBY
ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1) That Schedule A, Zoning Map 3, forming part of By-law 2010-078, as amended, is hereby further
amended by changing the zoning category on the subject lands from Retail Commercial (C2)
Zone to the Retail Commercial (C2) Zone subject to Special Provision 14.__, shown more
particularly on Schedule 'A' attached hereto and forming part of this By-law,
2) That By-law 2010-078, as amended, being the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the City of Owen
Sound, is further amended by adding the following to Section 14 - Special Provisions:
“14.
• Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.1 Permitted Uses in Commercial & Mixed-
Use Zones of By-law 2010-078, a dwelling, semi-detached shall also be a permitted use.
• The dwelling, semi-detached shall be subject to the Provisions as required by Section
6.6 General Residential (R5) excepting that:
• The Minimum Lot Area shall be 230 m2
• The Maximum Lot Coverage shall be 47%
• The Minimum Front Yard Setback shall be 6 m.
• The Minimum Rear Yard Setback shall be 4 m.
• Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.1 Permitted Uses in Commercial & Mixed-Use
Zones of By-law 2010-078 and Section 6.6 General Residential (R5), a single-detached
dwelling located in this zone shall be permitted:
• A Minimum Lot Area of 379 m2,
• Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law to the contrary, the existing
buildings and structures on the lands municipally known as 1038 6th Ave. W. and
legally described as North Part Lot 63, Plan 34, City of Owen Sound shall be
deemed to comply with the provisions of this By-law as they existed on the date
of the passing of this By-law.
3) That this by-law shall come into force and effect on the final passing thereof by the Council of the City
of Owen Sound, subject to compliance with the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.
Read a first and second time this day of , 2026.
Mayor
Clerk
Read a third time this day of , 2026.
Mayor
Clerk
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SCHEDULE A
CITY OF OWEN SOUND
COUNTY OF GREY
ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
1010 & 1038 6th AVENUE WEST
JUNE 02, 2026
517 10th STREET, Hanover, Ontario N4N 1R4
Telephone: (519) 506-5959 LANDS TO BE ZONED C2 (RETAIL COMMERCIAL)
www.cobideeng.com
LANDS TO BE ZONED C2-X (RETAIL COMMERCIAL WITH
EXCEPTIONS)
COPYRIGHT C COBIDE ENGINEERING INC.
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Attachment: Planning Presentation - Public Meeting - ZBA No. 59.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53343
Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 &
1038 6th Avenue West
Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59
City Council
July 27, 2026
Subject Lands
• 1038 6th Avenue West
• Part 1, Plan 16R-12308
owen sound where you want to live Subject Lands Schedule 'A': Orthophoto 1099 570 N 6th Ave W Part 1 Plan 16R-12308 West6thAveLot Owen Sound 10th St A W 10th St W 979 975 969 964 961 955 951 947 where you want to live Meters 0 20 3
Policy Framework
City Policy Framework
City of Owen Official Plan Schedule A: West City
Sound Official Plan (2021) <in Commercial
effect>
Official Plan Schedule A: West City
Update (OPA 14) Commercial
<not yet in force>
City of Owen Zoning By-law Schedule A, Map 3 Retail Commercial
Sound Zoning By- 2010-078, as (C2)
law amended to ZBA
57 <in effect>
By-law 2026-030 Schedule A, Map 3 Retail Commercial
Update <not yet (C2)
in force and
effect>
Purpose & Effect
• The purpose of this application is to facilitate the development of
lands legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 (created by
Consent in 2025), and lands proposed to be severed from 1038 6th
Avenue West, for a semi-detached dwelling.
• The lands are zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2), which does not
permit this use.
Purpose & Effect
The effect of the application is to apply a site-specific zoning provision
to the lands to permit a semi-detached dwelling and provide site-
specific site and building regulations with respect to lot area, lot
coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
Proposed Zoning Provisions –
Semi-Detached Dwelling
Zoning Provision As required by General As required by Medium Proposed
Residential (R5) – By-law Density Residential (R2) –
2010-078, up to and By-law 2010-078, up to
including ZBA No. 56 <in and including ZBA No. 57
force and effect> <not yet in force and
effect>
Minimum Lot Area 300 sq. m. / unit 300 sq. m. / unit 230 sq. m. / unit
Maximum Lot Coverage 40% 40% 47%
Minimum Front Yard Setback 6.5 m 6.5 m 6m
Minimum Rear Yard Setback 7.5 m 7.5 m 4m
Proposed Zoning Provisions – Single
Detached Dwelling
(Proposed Retained Lot)
Zoning Provision As required by General As required by Medium Proposed
Residential (R5) – By-law Density Residential (R2) –
2010-078, up to and By-law 2010-078, up to
including ZBA No. 56 <in and including ZBA No. 57
force and effect> <not yet in force and
effect>
Minimum Lot Area 400 sq. m. 400 sq. m. 379 sq. m.
Minimum Front Yard Setback 6.5 m 6.5 m 0.5 m (existing)
owen sound where you want to live Site Plan LANE (BY REGISTERED PLAN 34) #3 BENCHMARK PARCEL 1 (RETAINED) LOT 63 EX SHED YARD C9 T/G 210.00 INV. 209.30 CONCEPTUAL PROPOSED SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE (106.92 SQ. M.) MAIN FL. EL. 211.80 BSMT FL. EL. 208.86 T/T/IC. EL. VARIES 208.66 TO 209.78 GARAGE CONCEPTUAL PROPOSED SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE (106.92 SQ. M.) MAIN FL. EL. 211.80 BSMT FL. EL. 208.86 T/T/IC. EL. VARIES 208.66 TO 209.78 GARAGE PARCEL 3 (ADJUSTED) PROPOSED RETAINED PARCEL (1038 6th Ave W - Existing Single Detached Dwelling) Proposed Severed Parcel (Proposed Semi-Detached Dwelling) Part 1, Plan 16R12308, created by Consent B01-2025 (Proposed Semi-Detached Dwelling) Proposed Lot Addition, to be severed from Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and conveyed to proposed severed parcel (outlined in green) SPECIAL NOTES: TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY PERFORMED BY GE CONSULTANTS CANADA LTD. ON MARCH-14, 2025. THIS INFORMATION MAY NOT BE COMPLETE OR FINAL. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE END USER TO VERIFY AND CONFIRM ALL DATA CONTAINED HEREIN. COORDINATES ON THIS PLAN ARE ADJUSTED GROUND COORDINATES DERIVED FROM GRID COORDINATES BY CONVERTING ELIPSOIDAL VERTICAL DATUM OF NAD 83/CGVD2013 BY CONVERSION ELLIPTICAL HEIGHTS TO ORTHOMETRIC ELEVATIONS USING THE HTG(2019) GEOID MODEL PROVIDED BY NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA. THIS IS NOT A LEGAL PLAN, THE LEGAL BOUNDARY INFORMATION FOR THE LOT WAS OBTAINED FROM REGISTERED PLAN 34 AND REGISTERED PLAN 186-1250B, PREPARED BY BENNETT & MAUSE LIMITED (L.R.) DATED DECEMBER 17, 2025. LEGAL BOUNDARIES TO BE CONFIRMED UPON THE REVERSION APPROVAL. CONTRACTOR TO EXCAVATE TESTHOLE AND CONFIRM HIGH GROUND WATER ELEVATION PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTING FOOTINGS. RAIN WATER LEADERS TO BE DIRECTED TO THE FRONT SWALES WHERE POSSIBLE. CITY OF OWEN SOUND TO DETERMINE SUITABILITY OF EXISTING SANITARY AND WATER SERVICES FOR REUSE FOR ONE OF THE PARCELA PROPOSED BUILDING ENVELOPE IS CONCEPTUAL ONLY AND FINAL DETAILS ARE TO BE CONFIRMED AND ADJUSTED FOR FINAL LOT GRADING PLAN. HOUSE FOOTPRINTS ARE CONCEPTUAL ONLY FOR SEVERANCE APPLICATION SUBMISSION, PROPOSED GRAZING AND DRAINAGE TO BE CONFIRMED UPON SUBMISSION OF FINAL HOUSE PLANS FOR BUILDING PERMIT 6th AVENUE WEST (SCOTT STREET) #1 BENCHMARK EXISTING ASPHALT TO BE NEATLY SAWCUT ROADWAYS TO BE RESTORED WITH GRANULAR 'B', 150mm# OF GRANULAR 'A' AND MATCH EXISTING ASPHALT. MIN. OF 60mm of M-3). IF EXISTING PAVEMENT CONSISTS OF TWO LIFTS, JOINTS ARE TO BE MILLED FOR LAP JOINT PROPOSED 280mm WATER SERVICES FILL, GRADE AND RESTORE BOULEVARD WITH 100mm TOPSOIL AND SOO (TO DRAIN TO ROADWAY) EXISTING CONCRETE SIDEWALK #1 BENCHMARK EX. SAN. MH T/G 210.16 INV. N. 205.93 INV. S. 206.54 INV. F. 206.57 EX. STM. MH T/G 210.18 INV. N. 206.23 INV. S. 206.92 EXISTING CONCRETE SIDEWALK ROAD WIDENING 10th ST. 'A' WEST
Complete Application
The applicant has submitted a complete application, including:
• Cover Letter
• Planning Justification Report
• Draft Amending By-law
Due to the minor nature of the proposal, pre-consultation was not
required.
The Process So Far
Date Step Days
June 10, 2026 Submission of initial application for ZBA and supporting 0
studies.
June 12, 2026 Submission of application fees (complete application) 1
June 22, 2026 Letter regarding Notice of Complete Application to the 11
applicant.
Request for comments circulated to City staff and external
agencies.
July 2, 2026 Notice of Complete Application & Public Meeting mailed to 21
property owners within 120 m of subject lands and notice
posted on property.
July 27, 2026 Public Meeting and Technical Report to Council 46
The Process From Here
Final review and consideration of public comments to inform:
Anticipated Date Step Days
September 14, 2026 Recommendation Report to Council & Amending 95
By-law
owen sound where you want to live Comments or Questions? 13
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Attachment: ZBA No. 59 - Agency and Public Comments.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53344
Agency and Public Comments
1) Ministry of Transportation – June 22, 2026
2) Canada Post – June 22, 2026
3) Grey County – June 24, 2026
4) Bell Canada – June 30, 2026
5) Fire Prevention Division – July 7, 2026
Page 1 of 1 File: ZBA No. 59
Jacklyn Iezzi
From: Nembhard, O'Neil (MTO) <O'neil.Nembhard@ontario.ca>
Sent: June 22, 2026 2:54 PM
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Subject: RE: Request for Comment - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA No. 59) - Part 1, Plan
16R12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
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Please note that the Property Details (Schedule ‘C’) attached to the below noted request
were circulated in error. The correct Property Details have been included in the attached
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To: Planning Act Prescribed Persons/Bodies <planningnotices@owensound.ca>
Subject: Request for Comment - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA No. 59) - Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and 1038 6th Avenue
West
Good Afternoon,
Attached please find a request for comment on a Zoning By-law Amendment application
(ZBA No. 59) submitted by Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd.
The purpose of the application is to permit development of the lands created through
Consent B01-2025, legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and lands proposed to be
severed from 1038 6th Avenue East, for a semi-detached dwelling. The effect of the
application is to apply a site-specific zoning provision to the lands, to permit a semi-
detached dwelling and provide site-specific site and building regulations with respect to
lot area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
Please provide comments on or before Monday, July 6, 2026, to
planning@owensound.ca.
For ease of access, the support plans/studies submitted with the application can be
accessed via the link below:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/kz79rz68zsvgr4pgkegcq/AKtd8wnvzQLMTnbGMHxqvks
?rlkey=hvjlbmg62fhefsj6zv0wr5ewi&st=t4v9hmx3&dl=0
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hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jacklyn Iezzi, BES.
Senior Planner
City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Ave. E., Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
519-376-4440 ext. 1261
jiezzi@owensound.ca
www.owensound.ca
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If there are any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jacklyn Iezzi, BES.
Senior Planner
City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Ave. E., Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
519-376-4440 ext. 1261
jiezzi@owensound.ca
www.owensound.ca
From: Jacklyn Iezzi
Sent: June 22, 2026 11:58 AM
To: Planning Act Prescribed Persons/Bodies <planningnotices@owensound.ca>
Subject: Request for Comment - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA No. 59) - Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and 1038 6th Avenue
West
Good Afternoon,
Attached please find a request for comment on a Zoning By-law Amendment application
(ZBA No. 59) submitted by Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd.
The purpose of the application is to permit development of the lands created through
Consent B01-2025, legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and lands proposed to be
severed from 1038 6th Avenue East, for a semi-detached dwelling. The effect of the
application is to apply a site-specific zoning provision to the lands, to permit a semi-
detached dwelling and provide site-specific site and building regulations with respect to
lot area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
Please provide comments on or before Monday, July 6, 2026, to
planning@owensound.ca.
For ease of access, the support plans/studies submitted with the application can be
accessed via the link below:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/kz79rz68zsvgr4pgkegcq/AKtd8wnvzQLMTnbGMHxqvks
?rlkey=hvjlbmg62fhefsj6zv0wr5ewi&st=t4v9hmx3&dl=0
If you have any questions or difficulties accessing the link provided, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jacklyn Iezzi, BES.
Senior Planner
City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Ave. E., Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
519-376-4440 ext. 1261
jiezzi@owensound.ca
www.owensound.ca
The City of Owen Sound respectfully acknowledges the Territory of the Anishinabek
Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.
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From: planning@grey.ca
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Subject: County comments for ZBA 59 Barry's Construction
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Hello Owen Sound,
Please note that Grey County is taking steps to streamline development
review by limiting planning policy comments on some development
applications. Unless otherwise requested by municipal staff, County planning
comments will be limited for the following applications:
All minor variance and site plan applications; and
zoning by-law amendments and consents within settlement areas.
County planning staff may continue to provide comments where the above
applications are connected to a County application.
Grey County Ecology staff will continue to review all applications with regards
to natural heritage matters. Other County departments will continue to be
circulated through our ‘one-window’ approach and will provide comments as
needed.
Given the above, a formal planning policy review of the subject application
has not been undertaken. Please be advised that all planning decisions shall
conform with the County's Official Plan. County planning staff can assist with
specific questions in this respect.
Grey County Planning Ecology staff have reviewed the application and have
no concerns.
County staff have no further comments at this time. Please let us know if you
have any questions.
Best regards,
Derek McMurdie
Jacklyn Iezzi
From: Cholewa, Matthew <matthew.cholewa@bell.ca>
Sent: June 30, 2026 2:57 PM
To: Jacklyn Iezzi
Subject: RE: Request for Comment - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA No. 59) - Part 1, Plan
16R12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
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From: Jacklyn Iezzi <jiezzi@owensound.ca>
Sent: June-22-26 11:58 AM
To: Planning Act Prescribed Persons/Bodies <planningnotices@owensound.ca>
Subject: [EXT]Request for Comment - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA No. 59) - Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and 1038 6th
Avenue West
Good Afternoon,
Attached please find a request for comment on a Zoning By-law Amendment application
(ZBA No. 59) submitted by Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd.
The purpose of the application is to permit development of the lands created through
Consent B01-2025, legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and lands proposed to be
severed from 1038 6th Avenue East, for a semi-detached dwelling. The effect of the
application is to apply a site-specific zoning provision to the lands, to permit a semi-
detached dwelling and provide site-specific site and building regulations with respect to
lot area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
Please provide comments on or before Monday, July 6, 2026, to
planning@owensound.ca.
For ease of access, the support plans/studies submitted with the application can be
accessed via the link below:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/kz79rz68zsvgr4pgkegcq/AKtd8wnvzQLMTnbGMHxqvks
?rlkey=hvjlbmg62fhefsj6zv0wr5ewi&st=t4v9hmx3&dl=0
If you have any questions or difficulties accessing the link provided, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jacklyn Iezzi, BES.
Senior Planner
City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Ave. E., Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
519-376-4440 ext. 1261
jiezzi@owensound.ca
www.owensound.ca
The City of Owen Sound respectfully acknowledges the Territory of the Anishinabek
Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.
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MATT GIVEN
ZBA 59
Staff Report
Fire Prevention
DATE: July 7, 2026
TO: Jacklyn Iezzi, Senior Planner
FROM: Matt Given, Fire Prevention Officer
SUBJECT: Zoning By-law Amendment – Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and 1038 6th Avenue
West
PLANNING FILE: ZBA 59
MUNICIPAL ADDRESS: 1010 6th Avenue West
APPLICANT: Barry’s Construction
BACKGROUND:
A complete application for Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA 59) has been submitted by
Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd. for lands at the southwest corner of the
intersection of 6th Avenue West and 10th Street ‘A’ West.
Lands municipally known as 1010 6th Avenue West were subject to Consent application
B01-2025, which had the effect of severing the property for the purposes of a new
residential building lot, having approximately 12.2 metres of frontage along 6th Avenue
West, 20.6 metres of lot depth, and 249.8 square metres of lot area. The lands created
through Consent B01-2025 and subject to the requested Zoning By-law Amendment are
legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R12308.
Through a future Consent application, the applicant is proposing to sever the southern
interior side yard of the adjacent property to the north, municipally known as 1038 6th
Avenue West, for the purposes of a new residential building lot. The parcel created
through Consent B01-2025, and the parcel proposed to be created through a future
consent application, are proposed to be developed for a semi-detached dwelling.
The lands are zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s Zoning By-law (2010 078, as
amended). Semi-detached dwellings are not among the uses permitted in the C2 Zone.
The effect of the requested Zoning By-law Amendment is to apply a site-specific zoning
provision to the lands, to permit a semi-detached dwelling and provide site-specific site
and building regulations with respect to lot area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard
setbacks.
July 7, 2026 1
MATT GIVEN
ZBA 59
ASSUMPTIONS:
The recommendations below are based on the following assumptions:
The comments are from the site drawings included in the email dated June 22nd,
2026.
DETAILED REVIEW:
Documents reviewed in conjunction with this application are:
Ontario Fire Code (OFC)
Ontario Building Code (OBC)
City of Owen Sound Fire Route By-Law 2009-086
REQUIREMENTS:
The Following will be required in order to achieve compliance with the Ontario Building
Code and other referenced documents:
None
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The following should be considered by the proponent as they finalize their plans to
enhance the fire prevention on site:
None
SUBMITTED BY: Matt Given, Fire Prevention Officer
July 7, 2026 2
7 DEPUTATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
The agenda allocates time for deputations and presentations.
Agenda item 7: DEPUTATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
7.a Deputation from Annette Pedlar, Executive Director, Safe 'NSound Re: Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Program
Annette Pedlar presented the Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Programme report detailing operations conducted in Owen Sound's downtown core between November 2025 and March 2026 using $152,000 in flow-through dollars. The team utilised a high-touch strategy to assist an individual with complex mental health challenges by building trust during colder weather before facilitating their transition to the 24 Hour Warming Centre. Community survey results from 69 respondents indicated that while some residents were unfamiliar with services, the programme successfully de-escalated crises and prevented limb loss through rapid wellness checks without relying on police for non-emergency needs. Business owners reported essential support gained during the team's active period regarding drug paraphernalia cleanup and safety management but noted their inability to manage hazards alone when the team was absent. Concerns were raised that cleaning up the River District without providing handouts could be perceived as condoning loitering or forcing individuals into involuntary commitment, alongside fears of increased security costs for businesses due to high traffic around buildings.
$152,000 Flow Through Dollars Administered for the Pilot Program from November 2025
Annette Pedlar presented a report on the Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Program, which operated between November 2025 and March 2026 to provide harm reduction-led outreach in Owen Sound's downtown core.
NRT High-Touch Strategy Built Trust Leading to Indoor Shelter Access
The Neighbourhood Response Team engaged an individual facing complex mental health challenges 141 times, utilizing a high-touch strategy during warmer winter months to build trust before transitioning them indoors as temperatures fell. Data indicates that street-side interactions lessened when weather conditions worsened because the participant felt secure enough to access shelter independently.
NRT Pilot Program Survey Results Highlight De-escalation Benefits
The Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) Pilot Program successfully countered cold-weather injuries and exposure risks among unhoused participants by leveraging social media for community-led call-outs to enable rapid-response wellness checks. Survey results from 69 respondents highlighted a trend of unfamiliarity with the program, while business owners emphasized that de-escalation services reduced reliance on police for non-emergency needs involving mental health challenges or drug paraphernalia cleanup. Business stakeholders reported essential gaps in safety and stability since the loss of trained support, urging reinstatement to protect economic operations and vulnerable individuals.
Deputation on NRT Pilot Program Concerns
The deputation highlighted concerns that cleaning up the River District without handouts condones loitering, shuts down services for homeless individuals, ships them out of town, forces people with mental health and addiction issues into involuntary commitment, and replaces former mental health institutions. Potential solutions include addressing stigma by sharing evidence-based outcomes from outreach and housing supports to demonstrate that coordinated community responses improve public safety rather than diminish it.
Year-Round Funding Needed for NRT Pilot Program
Community survey respondents emphasize that seasonal weather changes shift rather than reduce the need for year-round outreach to prevent crisis and maintain continuity of care. The Neighbourhood Response Team provided over 1,600 interactions and more than 2,200 supports in just 150 days by offering harm-reduction services, wellness checks, and de-escalation assistance that reduced reliance on emergency services for mental health concerns. Supporting organizations highlight the program's success in building trusted relationships with vulnerable residents while serving businesses to improve safety without criminalization.
Support Letters from the Chamber of Commerce, M'wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre
The Chamber of Commerce advocates for ongoing funding for the Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) pilot program, noting its significant promise despite ending while still in infancy and urging Council to partner with Safe 'NSound. M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre supports these initiatives as essential investments that strengthen services for Indigenous community members disproportionately represented among those experiencing homelessness. Heather Prescott writes a personal letter supporting the proposed 24-hour shelter and year-round NRT services, emphasizing their role in health care, overdose prevention, and housing stabilization.
Agenda item 7.a: Deputation from Annette Pedlar, Executive Director, Safe 'N Sound Re: Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Program
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Attachment: Presentation - Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Program.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53363
Safe N Sound Residence
Annette Pedlar - Executive Director,
execdirector@safensoundgreybruce.ca
July 27th, 2026
What we’ll discuss today
Neighbourhood Response Team
Questions
Neighbourhood Response Team
Marine & Rail Museum
Metro
Owen Sound
Jude's African Caribbean Groceries/Beauty
Julie McArthur Regional Rec Centre
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Frog Ponds Cafe
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
ly Bishop Museum
9th St W
8th St W
7th St W
6th Ave W
4th Ave W
2nd Ave W
1st St
5th Ave E
Jubilee Bridge
Polished s Park
5th St W
Reti
SAFE 'N SOUND GREY BRUCE
2,226 NRT SUPPORTS PROVIDED AMONGST RIVER DISTRICT MULTIPLE SERVICES WITHIN OUR 1,639 INTERACTIONS PHONE ACCESS 49 AGENCY LIAISON 111 FOOD SUPPORTS 70 SHARPS REMOVAL 23 AGENCY LIAISON 111 CLIENT SEARCHES 13 NAVIGATE SNOW 9 HOUSING SUPPORT 13 GENERAL NEEDS 25 DE-ESCALATION 115 WELLNESS/HEALTH 840 HARM REDUCTION 651 WINTER BLANKETS 49 WINTER GEAR 191 COURT SUPPORT 11 POST-OD 3 HARM SUPPLIES 45 DEBRIS REMOVAL 60 SAFE 'N SOUND GREY BRUCE 4
Community Feedback
“A long-term project like this is not just beneficial - it is absolutely
essential for the safety and stability of both our businesses and our
community.
Since the loss of the Neighbourhood Response Team, we’ve been left
without trained support for critical situations: drug paraphernalia
cleanup, people in distress, unpredictable safety concerns, and crises
that no business owner or resident should be expected to manage
alone.
These gaps directly threaten the wellbeing of our neighbourhood,
disrupt business operations, and create unsafe conditions for staff,
customers, and vulnerable individuals who deserve proper care.
Businesses cannot function without a safe, supported community -
and the community cannot thrive without strong, stable local
businesses. Without our community and their support, we have
nothing. A sustained, well-funded initiative would finally restore the
essential services we’ve lost, reduce risks, protect our economic
stability, and ensure that people in crisis receive trained,
compassionate help instead of being left on their own.
This is the kind of long-term investment that strengthens public safety,
rebuilds trust, and creates a cleaner, healthier, more resilient
environment for everyone who lives, works, and contributes here.”
Business Respondent April 16 2026
Program Cost
$152,000 flow through dollars allocated to administer
the program November 2025 – March 2026.
Annual program cost:
Frontline- $225,000
Supervision- $35,000 (half a Manager at SNS)
Additional Expenses- $25,000 (bike maintenance,
warmth supplies for staff & participants)
Next Steps
Trillium Grant
Tourism dollars as potential funding
Questions?
SAFE 'N SOUND
GREY BRUCE
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Attachment: Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Program Report.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53364
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESPONSE TEAM
PILOT PROGRAM REPORT
NOVEMBER 2025-MARCH 2026
PREPARED BY:
ANNETTE PEDLAR - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
RACHEL PATERSON - BOARD CHAIR
COMMUNITY NEED
Our NRT Project was inspired by a similar
program in Peterborough, ON.
Recognizing that traditional emergency
systems are often overextended, our
outreach team provides a specialized, non-
emergency response that addresses
street-level challenges through a lens of
harm reduction and de-escalation. By
NEIGHBOURHOOD
proactively engaging with vulnerable
RESPONSE TEAM
residents and acting as a dedicated
(NRT) PILOT resource for citizens and business owners,
the program fosters a safer, more cohesive
PROGRAM
downtown environment—ensuring that
community safety is achieved through
compassionate interventions as
neighbours focused upon connection and
respect.
OPPORTUNITY PRESENTED
After
STRATEGIES
SAFETY OPERATIONS
Winter Gear Hiring 4 NRT Outreach Staff
NRT Cell Phone Two Staff Lines w/Rotating Shifts
MOU with Police & MHRT Shift Start and End Plans/Debrief
On-Call Manager Rotation Access to On-Site Laundry & Dryer
Consulting with SOS Team for Winter Gear
Program Adaptability Training Staff (2 weeks)
Harm Reduction Supplies On-Call Managerial Support
Plans for Extreme Weather Phone & App for Referrals & Tracking
UMAB Training to De-escalate Continual Program Adjustments
E-Bikes for Transit
COMMUNITY INPUT
Active community engagement and input is central to our work, as
we often fill the gaps in services. We felt particularly for this project,
that engagement was essential in its success. This included engaging
staff and partnering agencies' frontline responders in collaborative
discussions to ensure a comprehensive understanding of community
needs, and anticipate solutions for potential barriers. Businesses
also connected nearly daily for support with patrons and community
engagement.
AT A GLANCE:
NEIGHBOURHOOD
RESONSE TEAM PILOT
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The NRT Program is a harm
reduction-led outreach initiative
dedicated to supporting citizens
in our downtown core. By
delivering proactive, trauma-
informed care on the street, the
team provides a critical non-
emergency alternative for
downtown businesses while
streamlining referrals to
essential health and housing
agencies. The pilot focuses on
fostering a safer, more inclusive
downtown environment by
addressing the complex needs of
marginalized residents through
dignity-first engagement and
coordinated system navigation
Our NRT Program emphasized
harm reduction, connecting the
community to services and
resources aimed at minimizing
risks associated with exposure
and substance misuse.
NOVEMBER 1 - MARCH 31
DAYS TO CREATE
COMMUNITY CHANGE
1,639
PARTICIPANT &
COMMUNITY
INTERACTIONS
O U L?
Y AL
O
H A C
W N
N
GO
DIRECT CALLS TO NRT
TEAM PHONELINE
THIRD-PARTY REFERRALS
FROM 211 OR OSPSS
COMMUNITY
IMPACT REPORT
1639 NRT INTERACTIONS
AMONGST RIVER DISTRICT
AGENCIES - 721 SUPPORTS
O’SHARE - 337
SAFE N SOUND - 328
OTHERS - M’WIKWEDONG, CMHA, YMCA, GREY COUNTY
LEGAL CLINIC, SOS TEAM - 56
Agency Liaision, Phone Calls to Workers, Referrals, Supporting
Access to Food Supports, De-Escalation and Wellness Checks
BUSINESSES - 495 SUPPORTS
BANKS - 96
RIVERDISTRICT BUSINESSES - 367 (NO PHARMACIES/BANKS)
Community Education, Naloxone Kits, Support De-escalating
Customers, Wellness Checks
HEALTH CENTRES - 59
PHARMACIES - 20
OATC - 12
HOSPITAL, FAMILY HEALTH TEAM, PUBLIC HEALTH - 27
Support Accessing Medications, Walking to Appointments, Etc.
HOUSING - 38
MOTELS, ROOMING HOUSES, APARTMENTS, SHELTERS - 17
Finding Emergency Housing, Mental Health Supports, Check-Ins
STREET OUTREACH - 326
ALLEYS, BOARDWALKS, DOWNTOWN, PARKS - 326
SUPPORTS
PROVIDED
2,226 NRT SUPPORTS PROVIDED
AMONGST RIVER DISTRICT
MULTIPLE SERVICES WITHIN OUR 1,639 INTERACTIONS
PHONE ACCESS AGENCY LIAISON FOOD SUPPORTS
49 111 70
NAVIGATE SNOW HOUSING SUPPORT GENERAL NEEDS
9 13 25
WINTER BLANKETS WINTER GEAR COURT SUPPORT
49 191 11
SUPPORTS
PROVIDED
2,226 NRT SUPPORTS PROVIDED
AMONGST RIVER DISTRICT
MULTIPLE SERVICES WITHIN OUR 1,639 INTERACTIONS
SHARPS REMOVAL AGENCY LIAISON CLIENT SEARCHES
23 111 13
DE-ESCALATION WELLNESS/HEALTH HARM REDUCTION
115 840 651
POST-OD HARM SUPPLIES DEBRIS REMOVAL
3 45 60
CULTIVATING TRUST:
141 CONNECTIONS
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESPONSE TEAM’S
MOST RECURRING PARTICIPANT
OUTREACH: 18 NOV - 65 DEC - 17 JAN - 22 FEB - 19 MAR
OVERNIGHT: 8 NOV - 9 DEC - 3 JAN - 13 FEB - 14 MAR
Our outreach team engaged 141 times with an individual facing
complex mental health challenges. These interactions were more than
just wellness checks; they were foundational to building a life-saving
relationship.
During the warmer winter months, our NRT contact frequency was
highest. This intentional "high-touch" strategy honuored the
individual's need for autonomy, providing support while respecting
their preference for open spaces, away from crowded areas' stress. As
temperatures fell and trust grew, these "friendly check-ins" and
community-led wellness alerts eased a smooth transition to accessing
our 24 Hour Warming Centre.
The data reveals a clear narrative: as weather conditions worsened,
the street-side interactions lessened because the individual felt
secure enough to move indoors. This initiative demonstrates that
winter survival begins in summer; by respecting someone's need for
space during struggles, we construct the bridge they eventually use to
seek shelter.
THE PATH INDOORS
IS A LONGER JOURNERY
THAN JUST OPENING A DOOR
NRT TEAM
MONTHLY COMPARISONS
PARTICIPANT DEMOGRAPHICS
GENDER IDENTITY INDIGENOUS
Dec Jan Feb Mar Dec Jan Feb Mar
800 300
130 42
234 81
400 150
189 66
109 100
200 18
104 29
202 84
0 0
Male Female Unique Participants Total Interactions
AGE RANGES RECURRING INTERACTIONS
# OF PARTICIPANTS X NUMBER OF INTERACTIONS
Dec Jan Feb Mar 4 X 1 X
300 289 40+ INTERACTIONS 100+ INTERACTIONS
6 X
30+ INTERACTIONS
150 147
20 X
100 98 20+ INTERACTIONS
56 X
1 INTERACTION
20 38 X
10+ INTERACTIONS
14-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61+
Age Ranges by Total Interactions - Monthly
PLEASE NOTE: WITH THE QUICK CREATION OF THIS PILOT PROGRAM, OUR INITIAL MONTH
OF NOVEMBER DID NOT HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE A DEVELOPED TRACKING APP
FULLY FUNCTIONING AND IS NOT INCLUDED IN OUR MONTHLY DATA ACCORDINGLY.
SAFE N SOUND RESIDENTIAL Safesoundgreybruce.ca Month DEC 2025 Neighbourhood Response Team Encounters & Requests 394 Direct & Third Party Referrals 39 Unique Participants 74 Average Participant Age 31-40 Most Frequent Participant Interactions 65 Indigenous Participants 20 Interactions with Indigenous Participants 84 Participants with Dual Diagnosis/ Physical Issues 100% Primary Supports Provided Harm Reduction 201 Wellness/Health 166 De-escalation 24 Debris Pick Up 23 Mobility Devices Stuck 4 Provisions Provided Emergency Blankets Winter Gear 911 1st Aid Food Gender Identity Male 53% Female 47% Trans/Non-Binary 0% Health Dual Diagnosis Concurrent Disorders Trimorbidity Mental Health Physical Health Mobility Device Dementia Unknown
SAFE N SOUND RESIDENTIAL Safesoundgreybruce.ca Month JAN 2026 Neighbourhood Response Team Encounters & Requests 333 Direct & Third Party Referrals 24 Unique Participants 90 Average Participant Age 31-40 Participants with 10-30 Monthly Interactions 6 Indigenous Participants 21 Interactions with Indigenous Participants 66 Indigenous Participants Navigating Co-Occurring Challenges 100% Primary Supports Provided Harm Reduction 177 Wellness/Health 123 De-escalation 23 General Support 14 Housing & Court 6 Agency Liaison 33 Provisions Provided Health & Wellness Winter Gear Garbage Food Phone Locations Supported City - City Hall, Library, Post Office Apts - Any Dwtn Housing Agencies - Any Dwtm Agencies Health - Health Facility Health Business ex. Pharmacy, OATC, Wellness Centre Businesses 108 Banks 14 Street Outreach 32 Health 17 City 17 Agts 5 East Side 323 West Side 10 Complex Health Barriers Dual Diagnosis Concurrent Disorders Trimorbidity Mental Health Physical Health Mobility Device Dementia Unknown
SAFE N SOUND RESIDENTIAL Safesoundgreybruce.ca Month FEB 2026 Neighbourhood Response Team Encounters & Requests 376 Direct & Third Party Referrals 39 Unique Participants 102 Average Participant Age 31-40 Most Frequent Participant Interactions 22 Indigenous Participants 23 Interactions with Indigenous Participants 86 Participants with Dual Diagnosis/ Physical Issues 100% Primary Supports Provided Harm Reduction 193 Wellness/Health 174 De-escalation 30 Housing & Court 7 General Support 16 Agency Liaison 28 ID & SOS Clinic 4 Provisions Provided Winter Gear Food Garbage ID Locations Supported City - City Hall, Library, Post Office Apts - Any Dwtm Housing Agencies - Any Dwtn Agencies Health - Health Facility Health Business ex. Pharmacy, OATC, Wellness Centre Businesses 103 Street Outreach 66 Banks 34 City 13 Apts 8 Health 9 East Side 368 West Side 8 Complex Health Barriers Dual Diagnosis Concurrent Disorders Trimorbidity Mental Health Physical Health Mobility Device Dementia Unknown
SAFE N SOUND RESIDENTIAL Safesoundgreybruce.ca Month MAR 2026 Neighbourhood Response Team Encounters & Requests 249 Direct & Third Party Referrals 38 Unique Participants 76 Average Participant Age 31-40 Most Frequent Participant Interactions 19 Indigenous Participants 18 Interactions with Indigenous Participants 42 Participants with Dual Diagnosis/ Physical Issues 100% Primary Supports Provided Harm Reduction Wellness/Health De-escalation Housing & Court General Support Agency Liaison ID & SOS Clinic Provisions Provided Garbage Food Winter G... ID Locations Supported City - City Hall, Library, Post Office Apts - Any Dwnn Housing Agencies - Any Dwtn Agencies Health - Health Facility Health Business ex. Pharmacy, OATC, Wellness Centre Businesses 52 Street Outreach 39 East Side 246 West Side 3 Complex Health Barriers Dual Diagnosis Concurrent Disorders Trimorbidity Mental Health Physical Health Mobility Device Dementia Unknown
WINTER
WEATHER
AT A GLANCE:
EXTREME WEATHER
AND ITS EFFECTS
This winter, our NRT Team
dedicated over 150 days to
supporting the River District
community, offering daily
assistance from 9 AM to 6 PM.
During extreme cold snaps
with weather hitting -40'C,
blizzards with wind speeds of
88km/h, our NRT Team
collaborated with the
community to shield citizens
from exposure, while also
providing businesses with
comprehensive support for
their patrons.
The City and Municipality
faced many agencies and
government closures, yet our
dedicated Team worked
through every extreme
weather event for the safety of
community.
WEATHER AT A GLANCE
MONTHLY COMPARISONS
NOV 1 2025 - MARCH 31 2026
MONTHLY # OF DAYS MONTHLY SNOW
WITH SNOW FALL ACCUMULATION
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar
45.2
300 195.5
Snowfall Total (cms)
MONTHLY TEMPERATURE SIGNIFICANT & EXTREME
WEATHER DECLARATIONS
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Dec Jan Feb
-5
-10
-15
-20
-25 7
-30
Average Temperature Coldest Temperature Monthly # of Days Declared by Public Health
BY FEB 10 2026, WE REACHED A 23 DAY STREAK WITH TEMPERATURES NEVER RISING ABOVE
FREEZING CAUSING EXPOSURE RISKS FOR OUR UNHOUSED PARTICIPANTS.
TRENCHFOOT
IN THE “FIRST WORLD”
MOBILIZING COMMUNITY
OUTREACH TO COMBAT INJURIES
PREVENTING THE LOSSES OF LIMBS
The rise of trench foot and cold-weather injuries among unhoused
populations in Canada and the U.S. is a critical health crisis. Driven by
damp, non-freezing conditions and inadequate footwear, these injuries
—including "trench fever"—often lead to gangrene and we are now
seeing record-high amputation rates across Canada - in 2025, 120
Unhoused Albertans received amputations from Trenchfoot and
Frostbite. Unhoused Individuals are now 20 times more likely to require
emergency care for exposure than the general public. We have seen
these trends locally as well, and have several Unhoused Participants
experiencing trenchfoot and severe frostbite every year.
This NRT Pilot Project countered these trends through proactive
interventions. By leveraging social media for community-led "call-outs,"
Residents acted as an extended network to report individuals stuck in
snowbanks or appearing immobile during extreme weather events. This
allowed our NRT Team to provide rapid-response wellness checks,
mobility assistance, dry gear, and access to our Warming Centre. By
meeting people where they are, the initiative aimed to prevent limb loss
and foster a local culture of vigilance and compassion for our most
vulnerable neighbours.
DIGNITY BEGINS
WITH A DRY PAIR OF SOCKS
AND A COMMUNITY
THAT REFUSES TO LOOK AWAY
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
69 COMMUNITY RESPONDENTS
28 UTILIZED NRT TEAM
41 DID NOT UTILIZE NRT TEAM
69 MIXED RESPONDENTS
COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND BUSINESSES
REASONING
FOR NOT USING NRT TEAM
(41 RESPONDENTS)
Unaware of NRT Team
Concerns about Services
Other
Did Not Need Services
Did Not Answer
“THE NEIGHBOURHOOD RESPONSE TEAM
HELPS BUILD TRUST AND UNDERSTANDING
ACROSS THE COMMUNITY”
COMMUNITY RESPONDENT.
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
RESPONDENTS: 69
TREND: UNFAMILIAR WITH THE PILOT
PROGRAM AND ITS SPECIFIC SERVICES
41 RESPONDENTS STATED UNFAMILIAR OR UNKNOWN
(MIXED BUSINESS OWNERS AND GENERAL COMMUNITY)
46 HAD NEVER USED ITS SERVICES
“Need more interaction with businesses so we know who/how to
c o n t a c t a n d f o r w h a t r e a s o n s w e c a n c o n t a c t . We a r e e x p e r i e n c i n g
more and more problems with theft, paraphenalia left outside our
business, overflowing garbages on main street out front our business...
I d o n ' t s e e m u c h i m p r o v e m e n t .”
“ M o r e a w a r e n e s s o f t h e i r p r e s e n c e w o u l d b e g o o d .”
“ D i d n ’ t f u l l y u n d e r s t a n d w h a t t h e y c o u l d h e l p w i t h .”
POTENTIAL SOLUTION:
INCREASE MEDIA COVERAGE AND
COMMUNITY OUTREACH W/BUSINESSES
(IF PROGRAM RETURNS)
SUPPORTS: RIVER DISTRICT, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE,
COMMUNITY DEPOSITIONS, NEWSPAPER & RADIO,
COMMUNITY EVENTS
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
TREND:
DE-ESCALATION SPECIALIZATION
REQUIRED BY RIVERDISTRICT BUSINESSES
7 ADDITIONAL WRITE-INS REGARDING EITHER HAVING
USED NRT FOR SHARPS REMOVAL, OR BUSINESS NOW
REALIZING THEY ARE NOW CLEANING SHARPS WITHOUT
NRT TEAM SUPPORTS THEY DIDN’T REALIZE THEY’D HAD
NRT SUPPORTS UTILIZED
BY 28 RESPONDENTS
De-escalation
Business & Community Assistance
System Navigation
Relationship-Building
First Aid & Naloxone
None of the Above
Community Donations
0 5 10 15 20 25 30
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
TREND: NRT DE-ESCALATION SERVICES
DECREASED RELIANCE ON POLICE
FOR NON-EMERGENCY NEEDS
10 WRITE-IN COMMENTS FROM BUSINESSES
“People need support, businesses need to not be responsible
for dealing with these challenges, and police can cause more
conflict for those with mental health challenges. Having
someone to call that is not with the intention to get them in
trouble, but instead to get them help, is extremely
meaningful. We dont want to tie up 911, either. Police
services should thus be supporting this team as a branch of
their duties.”
“Means when deescalation needs to happen people with the
right skills are there to do it (instead of business owners who
might be scared or angry) hopefully means less police calls (i
used to call police for support with deescalation)”
“A key strength is that it provides a dedicated resource to
call when someone is in distress, rather than relying solely on
police or emergency services.”
“WE FOUND THIS PROGRAM QUITE BENEFICIAL,
CONSIDERING OUR OFFICE IS IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA.
WITH THE TEAM BEING AN OPTION
FOR US TO REACH OUT WHEN NEEDED,
WE DID NOT HAVE TO USE THE POLICE AS MUCH
WHICH WOULD FREE UP SOME OF THEIR TIME
F O R M O R E I M P O R TA N T M A T T E R S .”
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
28 WRITE-IN VOICES OF SUPPORT
“The assistance was very helpful, they were trained to handle
distressed individuals and in most cases had prior
relationships with the person in distress which helped calm
the situation down”
“We need this group in Owen Sound supporting our
businesses, community members and people in distress. These
are very challenging times and I can't overstate the need for
this to continue.”
“They were very effective and really helped those who were
struggling”
“Local business owners and residents are not equipped to
deal with the under housed and drug epidemic present in our
communities across the nation. A service like this is
invaluable”
“Would have used them last summer. Was looking forward to
having them available for our community members this
summer. Safe and sound keeps most folks "checked in" upon
in the winter. In the summer folks get into hardships that differ
and cause more issues with drug use, mental health relapses due
to lack of medication consistency, and homelessness (and no
overnight shelter) leading to trouble in front of or on business
properties. Please reinstate.”
“THEY ARE AMAZING AND
NEED TO BE OUT EVERYDAY!
LOVE THE TEAM!!”
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
BUSINESS AFFECTED SINCE LOSS OF NRT TEAM
“A long‑term project like this is not just beneficial - it is
absolutely essential for the safety and stability of both our
businesses and our community.
Since the loss of the Neighbourhood Response Team, we’ve
been left without trained support for critical situations: drug
paraphernalia cleanup, people in distress, unpredictable
safety concerns, and crises that no business owner or
resident should be expected to manage alone.
These gaps directly threaten the wellbeing of our
neighbourhood, disrupt business operations, and create
unsafe conditions for staff, customers, and vulnerable
individuals who deserve proper care.
Businesses cannot function without a safe, supported
community - and the community cannot thrive without
strong, stable local businesses. Without our community and
their support, we have nothing. A sustained, well‑funded
initiative would finally restore the essential services we’ve
lost, reduce risks, protect our economic stability, and
ensure that people in crisis receive trained, compassionate
help instead of being left on their own.
This is the kind of long‑term investment that strengthens
public safety, rebuilds trust, and creates a cleaner, healthier,
more resilient environment for everyone who lives, works,
and contributes here.”
Business Respondent April 16 2026
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
WOULD YOU SUPPORT THE CONTINUATION OF THE
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESPONSE TEAM PROJECT?
Yes No
Undecided
DESIRED OUTCOME: NRT REINSTATED
Community Donations
7.6% Federal Gov't
Non-Profits 14.7%
6.5%
Private Businesses
4.3%
Police Services
7.6% WHO
SHOULD Provincial Gov't
21.2%
FUND NRT
City of Owen Sound
20.1%
Grey County
17.9%
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
TREND: VOICES OF DISSENT AGAINST
UNHOUSED AND THOSE WITH MENTAL
HEALTH COMPLEXITIES
10 WRITE IN RESPONSES DEMANDING:
CLEANING UP RIVER DISTRICT,
NO HANDOUTS AS IT CONDONES LOITERING,
SHUTTING DOWN SERVICES FOR HOMELESS,
SHIPPING HOMELESS OUT OF TOWN,
WHO WILL CLEAN THE LITTER DOWNTOWN NOW,
HOMELESS TO BE PATROLLED BY SECURITY 24 HRS/DAY
FORCING PEOPLE WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND
ADDICTIONS TO BE COMMITTED AGAINST THEIR WILL,
BRINGING BACK FORMER MENTAL HEALTH
INSTISTUTIONS
POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS:
1) ADDRESS STIGMA BY SHARING EVIDENCE-BASED
OUTCOMES FROM OUTREACH AND HOUSING SUPPORTS
2) CLEARLY DEMONSTRATE THAT COORDINATED
COMMUNITY RESPONSES TO HOMELESSNESS IMPROVE
PUBLIC SAFETY—NOT DIMINISH IT
S O C I A L IZING”
I N G A R O UND AND ELESS”
E D W A L K O F H O M
NESS E NUMBER
“JUST WIT S T H
“THIS INC
RE A S E
T I O N S B ACK”
D I N S TIT U
“WE N E E R CES”
F R E S O U
“WASTE O
“USELESS”
NRT PILOT PROGRAM
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
28 WRITE-IN VOICES OF SUPPORT
G R A M GOING.
A S E K E E P THE P R O
A T E I N D I VIDUALS”
“PLE OMPASSIO
N
E R F U L C
WOND
THEY ARE
TH E TEAM”
“GREAT WORK DONE BY
T H A T A DDRESSED
M
N O M E N A L PROGRA T I V E MANNER
S A P H E SU P P O R
“THIS WA O F E S S I ONAL AND ED”
ISSUES IN
A P R
W H O A R E IMPACT
FOR ALL
“I HOPE IT CON
TINUES!!!”
“THIS IS AN AMAZING PROJECT WITH AMAZING
PEOPLE WHO HAVE THE MOST GENEROUS AND
KIND HEARTS AND THIS TYPE OF PROJECT IS
GOOD FOR EVERY SINGLE PERSON IN THE
COMMUNITY, WHETHER THEY OWN A
BUSINESS OR THEY’RE LIVING ROUGH”
“WE SUPPORT I
T!” NGER
T O H E A R T H E NRT WAS NO LO
D
“WE WERE SO SA T H I S A S A BUSINESS LOC
ATED
V I L Y O N
- WE RELIED HEA H I S P R O G R AM MADE SUCH
A
W N . T
IN THE DOWNTO ENCE.”
POSITIVE DIFFER
“VERY HELPFUL” B
R E A T J O
E Y D I D A G
“T H O V E TO
W O UL D L
A N D I N G
R F U N D I
SEE THEI .”
N T I N U E
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2026 ANTICIPATED
BUDGET:
TOTAL: $100,000
The pilot project budget anticipated
increased costs to ensure suitable, TANGIBLE COSTS
comfortable office and outreach Item 5 Item 1
environments, while also covering 20% 20%
staffing expenses. However, due to the
unique nature of the project, the
budget was essentially a best guess,
aiming to strike a balance between Item 4
20%
Item 2
20%
providing quality services and fiscal
responsibility.
Item 3
20%
50000 INTANGIBLE COSTS
Item 5 Item 1
40000 20% 20%
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2026 ACTUAL
BUDGET:
TOTAL: $160,000
The small team of four faced significant
TANGIBLE COSTS challenges due to staff shortages caused by
Item 5 Item 1
illness. As we plan for next year, investing in
20% 20%
better base layers alongside outerwear is
crucial. Additionally, the rise in food costs is a
clear example of increased tangible expenses.
Furthermore, the unexpected intangible cost
Item 4 Item 2 involving data at the project's onset and
20% 20%
during collection has added to the complexity
of our situation.
Item 3
20%
INTANGIBLE COSTS
Item 5 Item 1 60000
20% 20%
Item 4 Item 2 0
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AREAS FOR
IMPROVEMENT:
HOW NRT PROGRAM CAN
IMPROVE
Community Engagement
Media Surrounding NRT Team
Online Sharps Reporting
BY FOSTERING GIS Mapping? HIFIS Access
STRONGER
CONNECTIONS Staffing, training (was there enough
BETWEEN NEIGHBOURS time?), security, on-call issues
WE ARE CREATING A
Tracking Data
CULTURE OF CARE AND
COLLECTIVE SAFETY
FOR OUR MOST Unanticipated Issues -holy Snow
VULNERABLE Days
COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Lower referrals than anticipated?
Too high of acquity?
"WE HAVE COME DANGEROUSLY CLOSE
TO ACCEPTING THE HOMELESS SITUATION
AS A PROBLEM THAT WE JUST CAN’T SOLVE"
LINDA LINGLE
OUR HOPES FOR
NEXT YEAR
LESSON LEARNED?
HOW CAN OUR NRT PILOT PROGRAM IMPROVE
SURVEY RESULTS
Community Response, offer living wage for staff, ...what did
community ask for
“THE MORE HELP THAT DOWNTOWN BUSINESS CAN
GET WITH THESE TYPES OF SITUATIONS THE BETTER.
OUR BUILDING HAS HIRED SECURITY
DUE TO THE HIGH TRAFFIC OF PEOPLE
THAT TEND TO BE AROUND OUR BUILDING
DURING AND AFTER WORK HOURS.”
COMMUNITY SURVEY RESPONDENT
OUR HOPES FOR OUR
NEIGHBOURHOOD
THE NEED: YEAR-ROUND FUNDING FOR
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESPONSE TEAM
Warm Months: Increased community presence
results in higher demand from businesses and
the public. This is a critical window for
proactive engagement, trust-building, and early
intervention.
Cold Months: Increased vulnerability due to
weather exposure, with higher reliance from
agencies and greater risk to life and health.
SEASONAL CHANGES DO NOT REDUCE
NEED FOR OUTREACH—THEY SHIFT IT
SUSTAINED, YEAR-ROUND OUTREACH
IS NECESSARY TO PREVENT CRISIS,
REDUCE EMERGENCY SERVICE STRAIN
& MAINTAIN CONTINUITY OF CARE
BUSINESSES
SUPPORTING
OUR NRT TEAM
VOICES FROM OUR
RESPONDENTS
“ We need this group in
Owen Sound supporting
our businesses, community
members and people in
distress. These are very
challenging times and I
c a n' t o v e r s t a t e t h e n e e d
f o r t h i s t o c o n t i n u e”
“Having someone to call
that is familiar with the
people living in our
communities that have
addiction and mental
health issues is a comfort
and another tool in the
t o o l b ox i n d e a l i n g w i t h t h e
o n g o i n g s t r u g g l e t o ke e p
our communities safe for
e v e r y o n e .”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
THANK YOU FOR FUNDING THIS PILOT PROGRAM
We at Safe n Sound extend our heartfelt gratitude to our
supporters, funders, advocates, volunteers, and dedicated staff
whose unwavering commitment ensured the success of this pilot
program. Together we made this winter safer for those in need.
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HELPED
MAKE OUR COMMUNITY WARMER
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Attachment: Neighbourhood Response Team Pilot Program - Letters of Support.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53365
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GREY BRUCE We're here for good. July 13, 2026 Annette Pedlar, Executive Director Safe 'N Sound Grey Bruce 310 8th Street East Owen Sound, ON N4K 1L4 RE: Letter of Support for the Safe 'N Sound Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) Program To Whom It May Concern, I am pleased to provide this letter of support for the Safe 'N Sound Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) Program and its continued role in strengthening community wellbeing in Owen Sound and Grey Bruce. The 2026 Grey Bruce Vital Signs Report identifies housing insecurity, affordability challenges, social connection, health outcomes, and community belonging as some of the most significant factors influencing wellbeing in our region. The report notes that housing and homelessness are among the foremost considerations affecting community health, economic vitality, and demand on public and emergency services. It also highlights the importance of fostering belonging, social inclusion, resilience, and coordinated community responses to emerging challenges. The NRT program directly addresses these priorities. Through a harm-reduction and trauma-informed approach, the team provided proactive outreach, wellness checks, de-escalation, system navigation, housing support, and connections to healthcare and social services for individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use concerns. In just 150 days, the pilot achieved over 1,600 participant and community interactions and delivered more than 2,200 supports throughout Owen Sound's River District. The connection between the NRT program and the wellbeing indicators identified in Vital Signs is clear. Community Belonging and Social Inclusion: Vital Signs emphasizes that strong communities are built through connection, engagement, and a sense of belonging. At the same time, the report warns that social gaps, isolation, and barriers to inclusion continue to exist within Grey Bruce. The NRT program created trusted relationships with some of our community's most vulnerable residents while also serving businesses, agencies, healthcare providers, and members of the public. By providing compassionate, dignity-based support and acting as a bridge between residents and essential services, the program strengthened social connectedness and helped build trust throughout the community. Community survey respondents repeatedly identified relationship-building, de-escalation, and community assistance as key benefits of the initiative. Housing Stability and Homelessness Response: The Vital Signs report identifies homelessness and housing affordability as critical regional challenges, noting that hundreds of households in Grey Bruce experience homelessness annually and that affordable housing remains out of reach for many residents. NRT staff worked directly with unhoused individuals to connect them to P.O. Box 81, Owen Sound ON N4K 5P1 • 519 371 7203 • foundation@cfgb.ca communityfoundationgreybruce.com
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GREY BRUCE We're here for good. July 13, 2026 Page two emergency shelter, housing supports, health services, and community agencies. During periods of extreme winter weather, the team provided life-saving outreach, winter clothing, blankets, wellness checks, and transportation assistance. Their presence helped mitigate the risks associated with homelessness while creating pathways toward longer-term stability. Health and Wellness: While Vital Signs reports strong self-reported mental wellness across Grey Bruce, it also highlights concerns related to substance use, access to healthcare, and vulnerable populations requiring support. The NRT program contributed directly to community health outcomes through harm reduction, wellness checks, post-overdose follow-up, support accessing medications and appointments, and coordination with healthcare providers and social service agencies. By engaging individuals where they are and reducing barriers to care, the team helped promote health, safety, and dignity for those most at risk. Community Safety and System Efficiency: The Vital Signs report recognizes the value of coordinated partnerships and upstream prevention approaches in creating healthier and more resilient communities. The NRT program served as a crucial non-emergency response option for businesses and community members. Survey responses consistently demonstrated that the team's specialized de-escalation skills reduced reliance on police for situations involving distress, mental health concerns, and social vulnerability. Business owners described the program as an essential resource that improved safety while ensuring individuals received appropriate support rather than criminalization. The evidence from both the NRT Pilot Program Report and the Grey Bruce Vital Signs Report demonstrates that investments in community outreach, homelessness response, harm reduction, and relationship-based support contribute significantly to overall community wellbeing. The NRT program has proven itself to be an effective, practical, and compassionate response to identified community needs. For these reasons, I strongly support the continuation and expansion of the Safe 'N Sound Neighbourhood Response Team Program as a vital component of a healthier, safer, more inclusive, and more resilient Grey Bruce. Sincerely, Stuart Reid Executive Director P.O. Box 81, Owen Sound ON N4K 5P1 • 519 371 7203 • foundation@cfgb.ca communityfoundationgreybruce.com
To: Mayor Boddy and Members of Owen Sound City Council
Re: Support for the Safe ’N Sound Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT)
Dear Mayor Boddy and Members of Council,
On behalf of the Owen Sound & District Chamber of Commerce, I am writing to express our
strong support for Safe ’N Sound Grey Bruce and its efforts to secure continued funding
and support for the Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT).
The Chamber believes the City of Owen Sound should support this initiative as it provides
meaningful benefits to both our River District business community and individuals
experiencing homelessness and hardship. The NRT was created to serve as a bridge
between businesses and vulnerable community members by offering non-emergency
outreach, social navigation, de-escalation support, and connections to essential services.
Although the program operated for only a short period, the NRT demonstrated its value to
our community. By responding to non-emergency concerns, assisting individuals in crisis,
helping connect people to housing and community supports, and working directly with
River District businesses, the program provided a practical and compassionate approach
to addressing complex social challenges in our downtown.
The Chamber has consistently advocated for a vibrant, welcoming River District. We
recognize that business success and community well-being are closely connected.
Programs such as the NRT help businesses by providing an appropriate response to
situations that do not require police or emergency services while ensuring vulnerable
individuals are treated with dignity and connected to the supports they need.
It is important to recognize that the NRT was still in its infancy when pilot funding came to
an end. As a pilot project, it was designed to test a new and innovative approach, gather
results, and demonstrate community impact before long-term funding decisions could be
made. The Chamber believes the program showed significant promise and deserves the
opportunity to continue, grow, and further demonstrate its value.
Supporting the continuation of the Neighbourhood Response Team would represent a
positive step forward for Owen Sound. It aligns with the City's commitment to a safe,
thriving River District while also recognizing the need for compassionate solutions that
support our unhoused population. The Chamber feels that Council would be acting in good
faith toward its business community by partnering with Safe ’N Sound and other
community stakeholders to help sustain this important initiative.
We respectfully encourage Council to support Safe ’N Sound's efforts to secure ongoing
funding and operational support for the Neighbourhood Response Team. Continued
investment in programs like the NRT will contribute to a safer, healthier, and more inclusive
downtown for everyone.
Thank you for your consideration and for your continued commitment to the residents,
businesses, and visitors of Owen Sound.
Sincerely,
Tiffany James
CEO
Owen Sound & District Chamber of Commerce
M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre
July 9, 2026
To Whom It May Concern,
M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre is pleased to provide this letter of support for
Safe 'N Sound's Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) and the development of its new year-
round emergency shelter.
For many years, M'Wikwedong and Safe 'N Sound have worked in partnership to support
individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, substance use, and mental health challenges.
Our organizations recognize that strong collaboration is essential to improving outcomes for
some of our community's most vulnerable members.
Indigenous Peoples continue to be disproportionately represented among those
experiencing homelessness. At Safe 'N Sound, Indigenous participants access services at a rate
approximately nine times higher than their representation in the general population. This reflects
the ongoing impacts of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and systemic barriers to housing,
healthcare, and other essential services.
Both the Neighbourhood Response Team and the new shelter will strengthen the supports
available to Indigenous community members. The NRT provides relationship-based outreach,
de-escalation, and connections to services that help prevent crises and improve access to care.
The new shelter will provide a safe place to stay while creating greater opportunities for
participants to connect with housing, healthcare, and culturally appropriate supports. We also
appreciate that community partners, including M'Wikwedong, will have dedicated opportunities
to meet with participants onsite each morning.
These initiatives complement and strengthen M’Wikwedongs’ work by improving
coordination between services and creating more opportunities for Indigenous community
members to access the supports they need. They represent an important investment in community
wellness, safety, and reconciliation.
M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre is proud to support these initiatives and our
ongoing partnership with Safe 'N Sound.
Sincerely,
Renee Abram
Executive Director
1045 3rd Avenue West Owen Sound Ontario N4K 5W6 Telephone: (519)371-1147 Fax: (519)371-6181
Heather Prescott
Owen Sound, ON
July 10, 2026
To Mayor and Members of Council,
Re: Letter of Support for Safe ’N Sound’s 24-Hour Shelter in Owen Sound
Please accept this letter as my personal letter of support for Safe ’N Sound’s proposed 24-hour
shelter in Owen Sound. I am writing as a private citizen, community member, mother, and
nurse practitioner with experience in addictions, mental health, and street medicine. This letter
reflects my own views and does not represent the position of any employer, agency, or
organization with which I am affiliated.
I live in Owen Sound and am raising four children here. I have raised them to love this
community, to see the dignity in all people, and to understand that connection is one of the
strongest forms of harm reduction we have. A healthy community is not built by pushing
vulnerable people out of sight. It is built by making sure people have somewhere safe to go,
someone who knows their name, and a chance to remain connected to care, housing, recovery,
family, and hope.
I have seen firsthand how homelessness affects health. Lack of shelter worsens wounds,
infections, chronic disease, mental health symptoms, substance-use harms, sleep deprivation,
trauma responses, survival crime and crisis service use. People cannot stabilize their health,
reduce substance-related harms, attend appointments, take medications consistently, or work
toward recovery while simply trying to survive outside, in doorways, in unsafe housing, or in
constant displacement.
A 24-hour shelter is not just a place to sleep. It is health care, overdose prevention, violence
prevention, discharge planning, housing stabilization, and community safety. It is a practical,
human rights-based intervention that reduces avoidable suffering and creates a meaningful
point of connection for people who are too often left outside every other system of care.
Safe ’N Sound has already been doing this work in Owen Sound for many years. Their drop-in
space provides everyday necessities such as food, clothing, showers, laundry, hygiene supplies,
harm-reduction supplies, warm drinks, crisis support, housing help, advocacy, and referrals.
These basic needs are not small things. They are often the first step toward trust, safety, and
engagement.
The NRT pilot also reflects the value of year-round social navigation and appropriate diversion
from police, EMS, and fire when emergency response is not required. Through practical,
relationship-based outreach, NRT helps connect people to services, supports businesses when
concerns arise, and helps residents and shoppers feel safer. Its collaboration across local
partner agencies strengthens a coordinated community response rooted in dignity, connection,
and care.
As a mother, I want my children to grow up in a city that responds to suffering with courage
rather than fear. I want them to see that all community members belong here, including people
who are unhoused, using substances, living with mental illness, surviving poverty, or carrying
trauma. The presence of poverty and homelessness in our community is not a reason to
withdraw compassion. It is a reason to deepen our commitment to practical solutions.
Safe shelter with appropriate support and coordinated outreach are practical solutions.
I strongly support Safe ’N Sound’s 24-hour shelter and urge Council to support both a safe,
accessible, year-round shelter space and year-round NRT services in Owen Sound. Together,
these are necessary investments in health, dignity, public safety, housing stability, and the kind
of community we say we want to be.
Sincerely,
Heather Prescott
7.b Deputation from Annette Pedlar, Executive Director, Safe 'NSound Re: Emergency Shelter Facility
Safe 'N Sound Executive Director Annette Pedlar presented data indicating a significant rise in overnight visitors at the current facility from an average of 24 nightly stays in late 2024 to 39 by April 2026, noting that Indigenous peoples represent only 2.4% of the local population but accounted for 27% of nights stayed. The M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre expressed support for Safe 'N Sound's Neighbourhood Response Team and a proposed year-round emergency shelter designed to assist individuals facing homelessness, poverty, substance use, and mental health challenges.
Safe 'n Sound Proposes Opening a New Emergency Shelter Facility
Safe 'N Sound Executive Director Annette Pedlar presented data showing a significant increase in overnight visitors at the current facility from an average of 24 nightly stays in late 2024 to 39 by April 2026, noting that Indigenous peoples represent only 2.4% of the local population but accounted for 27% of nights stayed.
Letter of Support from M'wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre and Heather Prescott
M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre supports Safe 'N Sound's Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) and a new year-round emergency shelter designed for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, substance use, and mental health challenges. The letter highlights that Indigenous Peoples are disproportionately represented among those experiencing homelessness in Owen Sound due to colonization and systemic barriers. Both the NRT outreach and the proposed 24-hour shelter aim to provide safe housing, healthcare access, overdose prevention, violence prevention, and culturally appropriate supports for community members.
Agenda item 7.b: Deputation from Annette Pedlar, Executive Director, Safe 'N Sound Re: Emergency Shelter Facility
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Attachment: Presentation - Emergency Shelter Facility.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53366
Safe N Sound Residence
Annette Pedlar - Executive Director,
execdirector@safensoundgreybruce.ca
July 27th, 2026
What we’ll discuss today
612 2nd Ave E – Emergency Shelter Facility
Where our community is headed
City’s role
Questions
Overnight Drop-In
Nov Dec Jan Feb March April
2024- Total night 725 646 622 628
visitors
Average nightly 24 20 21 20
2026- Total night 664 930 875 1159 1491 941
visitors (ended 04/24)
Average nightly 22 30 28 41 48 39
Reconciliation?
Indigenous peoples represent approximately 2.4%
of the local population but represented 27% of the
nights stayed.
1666 of nights stayed were by Indigenous people
meaning Indigenous community members are
more then 11 times more likely to be accessing
SNS’s services.
SNS Finances
Operating costs for SNS November 1st – March 31st (not
including IEAPC or NRT)= $435,000
With 6,060 total nights stayed that equals $71 per night
per stay, which is also funding the day services
Next Chapter
Almost 20 years, SafeNSound is moving forward
with a plan to open an emergency shelter
facility in Owen Sound.
Acquisition of 612 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound
24 shelter beds in a dormitory style facility
(5 additional people who are awake)
Opening between 10pm-9am, 365 nights a year
1 A-106 PROPOSED BASEMENT STOREY FURN PLAN SCALE: 1:100 EXIST SUMP PIT & PUMP EXIST STAIRS UP NEW 915mm H.M. DOOR -45min RATED DOOR W3B D2 EXISTING ROUGH-IN FOR RELOCATED SINK, SINK TO BE RELOCATED FROM OTHER STAFF WR AND MOVED HERE SERVICE ROOM EXIST FURNACE EXIST WATER HEATER STAFF WR OFFICE AND MEETING ROOM GROUP D OCCUPANCY OCCUPANT LOAD 13 PERSONS STORAGE EXISTING BF WASHROOM HORIZONTAL GRAB BAR ABOVE TANK OF TOILET, TOILET PAPER ROLL HOLDER, AND MIRROR ABOVE LAVATORY.REFER TO DETAILS 1/A-110 & 2/A-110 STAFF WR EXIST SUMP PIT & PUMP UP EXISTING SERVERY STORAGE PRIVATE OFFICE 1485mm CEILING HEIGHT AT WALL 1930mm CEILING HEIGHT AT NICHE LINE INDICATES PORTION OF CEILING WITH A HEIGHT OF 2260mm C/L EXIST SINK IN MILLWORK 1.6 1485mm CEILING HEIGHT AT WALL PROPOSED SECOND STOREY FURN PLAN SCALE: 1:100 STORAGE 605mm CEILING HEIGHT AT WALL INTAKE / RECEPTION VESTIBULE STAFF OCCUPANT LOAD 2 PERSONS EXISTING OFFICE CLO. LAUND UNI W/O SHOWER D3 STAIR ST-1 STAIR ST-2 CORRIDOR C100 MEN SLEEPING WOMENS SLEEPING OFFICE 4 BUNK BEDS AND 2 COTS VESTIBULE 7BUNKBEDSTYP. EXIST CONCRETE RAMP UP EXIST STAIR UP D9 W3A D2 D2 106 105 108 107 101 104 102 103 1292 1303 100 SAFE 'N SOUND GREY BRUCE 7
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7 BUNK BEDS TYP.
4 BUNK BEDS AND 2 COTS WOMENS SLEEPING 002 STAIR ST-3
EXIST CONCRETE RAMP UP VESTIBULE 108 OFFICE 107 EXIST STAIR UP SAFE 'N SOUND GREY BRUCE 9
Y FURN PLAN
EXIST STAIRS UP
EXISTING BF WASHROOM HORIZONTAL GRAB BAR ABOVE TANK OF TOILET, TOILET PAPER ROLL HOLDER AND MIRROR ABOVE LAVATORY.REFER TO DETAILS 1/A-110 & 2/A-110
STAFF WR
EXIST SUMP PIT & PUMP
OFFICE AND MEETING ROOM GROUP D OCCUPANCY OCCUPANT LOAD 13 PERSONS
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EXIST CONCRETE RAMP UP
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SAFE 'N SOUND GREY BRUCE
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“Who is the city to...”
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Questions?
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GREY BRUCE
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Attachment: Emergency Shelter Facility - Letters of Support.pdf
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YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce
290 9th Street East
Owen Sound, ON N4K 1N7
519-371-9222
ymcaowensound.on.ca
July 16th, 2026
Attention: Annette Pedlar, Executive Director - Safe N' Sound
Re: Support for New Shelter Building Site at 612-2nd AvenueE. Owen Sound
On behalf of the YMCA Owen Sound Grey Bruce, I am pleased to provide a letter of support for the
establishment of a new shelter located at 612-2nd Avenue E., in Owen Sound. Homelessness across
Ontario and within smaller rural settings is rising and increasingly visible. This includes people seeking
shelter through encampments, and also includes hidden, temporary solutions like couch surfing,
experienced by 11.2% of Canadians. Absolute homelessness, where individuals have no shelter at all,
affects 2.5% of households, or nearly 938,000 people, during their lifetime. These numbers reflect a
growing crisis that intersects with broader affordability issues and mirros what we see happening locally
with our fellow community members.
For community partners working to end poverty, the complexity of homelessness can present as
overwhelming. This urgency is often heightened when the lack of housing is matched only by a concurrent
lack of shelter from the elements. The situation that we face includes community members living without a
place to call home with some not even having a place in which they can escape the elements. This
experience is shaped by systemic discrimination, income disparity, and policy decisions that have failed to
prioritize deeply affordable housing. The solution to solving this complex issue is achievable but requires
broad buy-in and time. Meanwhile, people need to be able to access shelter, to stay safe and have their
individual support needs meet.
To address this solvable social dilemma, both professionals in building development and service delivery
agree that there needs to be a range of housing options, for people experiencing homelessness within
Ontario. Many people experiencing chronic homelessness also need housing with supports, which
combines affordability with services like mental health care, addiction treatment, and trauma recovery.
Having a location within Owen Sound that can be easily accessed, affords people the privacy they are
entitled to and also provides the space for people to meet with community supports. While moving to 612
– 2nd Avenue East will be a change for the community, it does provide a benefit to many of our most
vulnerable and resilient neighbours. This expansion of supportive services creates a stepping stone for
people to exit chronic and acute homelessness, leading to greater sustainability, health and socio-
economic outcomes.
Homelessness disproportionately affects marginalized groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized
communities, newcomers, lone-parent families headed by women, and people with disabilities. These
groups are also overrepresented among those experiencing homelessness. Establishing an equitable,
accessible and purpose-designed site for people to utilize and access exit points from homelessness is a
key development for the City of Owen Sound!
Ending homelessness in Owen Sound Grey Bruce is possible—but only if we treat housing as a human
right and work together to achieve this shared goal.
Matthew Shute
Director,
Community Initiatives, Employment Services & Immigrant Services
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce
T: 519-371-9222
E: mat.shute@osgb.ymca.ca
M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre
July 9, 2026
To Whom It May Concern,
M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre is pleased to provide this letter of support for
Safe 'N Sound's Neighbourhood Response Team (NRT) and the development of its new year-
round emergency shelter.
For many years, M'Wikwedong and Safe 'N Sound have worked in partnership to support
individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, substance use, and mental health challenges.
Our organizations recognize that strong collaboration is essential to improving outcomes for
some of our community's most vulnerable members.
Indigenous Peoples continue to be disproportionately represented among those
experiencing homelessness. At Safe 'N Sound, Indigenous participants access services at a rate
approximately nine times higher than their representation in the general population. This reflects
the ongoing impacts of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and systemic barriers to housing,
healthcare, and other essential services.
Both the Neighbourhood Response Team and the new shelter will strengthen the supports
available to Indigenous community members. The NRT provides relationship-based outreach,
de-escalation, and connections to services that help prevent crises and improve access to care.
The new shelter will provide a safe place to stay while creating greater opportunities for
participants to connect with housing, healthcare, and culturally appropriate supports. We also
appreciate that community partners, including M'Wikwedong, will have dedicated opportunities
to meet with participants onsite each morning.
These initiatives complement and strengthen M’Wikwedongs’ work by improving
coordination between services and creating more opportunities for Indigenous community
members to access the supports they need. They represent an important investment in community
wellness, safety, and reconciliation.
M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre is proud to support these initiatives and our
ongoing partnership with Safe 'N Sound.
Sincerely,
Renee Abram
Executive Director
1045 3rd Avenue West Owen Sound Ontario N4K 5W6 Telephone: (519)371-1147 Fax: (519)371-6181
Heather Prescott
Owen Sound, ON
July 10, 2026
To Mayor and Members of Council,
Re: Letter of Support for Safe ’N Sound’s 24-Hour Shelter in Owen Sound
Please accept this letter as my personal letter of support for Safe ’N Sound’s proposed 24-hour
shelter in Owen Sound. I am writing as a private citizen, community member, mother, and
nurse practitioner with experience in addictions, mental health, and street medicine. This letter
reflects my own views and does not represent the position of any employer, agency, or
organization with which I am affiliated.
I live in Owen Sound and am raising four children here. I have raised them to love this
community, to see the dignity in all people, and to understand that connection is one of the
strongest forms of harm reduction we have. A healthy community is not built by pushing
vulnerable people out of sight. It is built by making sure people have somewhere safe to go,
someone who knows their name, and a chance to remain connected to care, housing, recovery,
family, and hope.
I have seen firsthand how homelessness affects health. Lack of shelter worsens wounds,
infections, chronic disease, mental health symptoms, substance-use harms, sleep deprivation,
trauma responses, survival crime and crisis service use. People cannot stabilize their health,
reduce substance-related harms, attend appointments, take medications consistently, or work
toward recovery while simply trying to survive outside, in doorways, in unsafe housing, or in
constant displacement.
A 24-hour shelter is not just a place to sleep. It is health care, overdose prevention, violence
prevention, discharge planning, housing stabilization, and community safety. It is a practical,
human rights-based intervention that reduces avoidable suffering and creates a meaningful
point of connection for people who are too often left outside every other system of care.
Safe ’N Sound has already been doing this work in Owen Sound for many years. Their drop-in
space provides everyday necessities such as food, clothing, showers, laundry, hygiene supplies,
harm-reduction supplies, warm drinks, crisis support, housing help, advocacy, and referrals.
These basic needs are not small things. They are often the first step toward trust, safety, and
engagement.
The NRT pilot also reflects the value of year-round social navigation and appropriate diversion
from police, EMS, and fire when emergency response is not required. Through practical,
relationship-based outreach, NRT helps connect people to services, supports businesses when
concerns arise, and helps residents and shoppers feel safer. Its collaboration across local
partner agencies strengthens a coordinated community response rooted in dignity, connection,
and care.
As a mother, I want my children to grow up in a city that responds to suffering with courage
rather than fear. I want them to see that all community members belong here, including people
who are unhoused, using substances, living with mental illness, surviving poverty, or carrying
trauma. The presence of poverty and homelessness in our community is not a reason to
withdraw compassion. It is a reason to deepen our commitment to practical solutions.
Safe shelter with appropriate support and coordinated outreach are practical solutions.
I strongly support Safe ’N Sound’s 24-hour shelter and urge Council to support both a safe,
accessible, year-round shelter space and year-round NRT services in Owen Sound. Together,
these are necessary investments in health, dignity, public safety, housing stability, and the kind
of community we say we want to be.
Sincerely,
Heather Prescott
7.c Presentation from the City Manager Re: City Manager'sUpdate
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Presentation from the City Manager Re: City Manager's Update
8 PUBLIC FORUM
The public forum section is open for community input.
Agenda item 8: PUBLIC FORUM
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PUBLIC FORUM
9 CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION OF COUNCIL IS REQUIRED
Council must determine the direction for correspondence received.
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CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION OF COUNCIL IS
REQUIRED
9.a
9.a Correspondence from the Chief Librarian/CEO, Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library (OSNGUPL) Re: Five-Year Review of the 2022-2031 OSNGUPL Agreement
Chief Librarian Tim Nicholls Harrison issued a memorandum on June 24, 2026, inviting representatives from Union Library member municipalities and boards to attend a review meeting scheduled for September 10, 2026. This agenda item addresses the five-year consultation required by Paragraph 1 of the agreement signed in effect January 1, 2022, which mandates parties consult each other regarding effectiveness and extension terms during the year 2026. The agreement stipulates that if a municipal partner withdraws, the Library Board must disband and its assets revert either to the Owen Sound Public Library Board or a newly formed union board depending on timing conditions.
Review Meeting Scheduled for September 10, 2026 to Assess the Five-year Term
Chief Librarian Tim Nicholls Harrison issued a memorandum on June 24, 2026, inviting representatives from Union Library member municipalities and boards to attend a review meeting scheduled for September 10, 2026. The agenda item addresses the five-year consultation required by Paragraph 1 of the agreement signed in effect January 1, 2022, which mandates parties consult each other regarding effectiveness and extension terms during the year 2026.
Withdrawal Triggers Asset Reversion to Owen Sound or New Board
The agreement stipulates that if a municipal partner withdraws, the Library Board must disband and its assets revert either to the Owen Sound Public Library Board or a newly formed union board depending on timing conditions.
Agreement Stipulates That Failure by Any Municipal or Library Service Partner
The agreement stipulates that failure by any municipal or library service partner to pay its share of support when due constitutes notice for the Library Board to accept their withdrawal, after which services are terminated within sixty days but financial liability remains until dissolution.
Agenda item 9.a: Correspondence from the Chief Librarian/CEO, Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library (OSNGUPL) Re: Five-Year Review of the 2022-2031 OSNGUPL Agreement
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Attachment: Letter - Five-Year Review of the 2022-2031 OSNGUPL Agreement.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53345
Memorandum
To: Mayors & Members of Council of Union Library Member Municipalities;
Chair & Members of the Meaford Public Library Board;
Chair & Members of the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library
Board.
From: Tim Nicholls Harrison, Chief Librarian/CEO
Date: June 24, 2026
Subject: Review of the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library Agreement,
2022 – 2031.
Comments:
We have successfully completed the first half of the 10-year term of the Union Library
Agreement that came into "effect January 1, 2022 and shall be in effect for a period of ten (10)
years from that date [to December 31, 2031], provided that five (5) years from that date,
i.e.: in the year 2026 the parties hereto shall consult each with the other in order to
review the terms hereof..." – Union Library Agreement: Paragraph 1.
In accordance with the Agreement that governs the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public
Library, we wish to provide the opportunity for such a “Review”.
Date: Thursday September 10, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library, Auditorium
Representatives from each Municipality and Library Board are invited to review the Agreement in
terms of its effectiveness, achievements, its next five years, and its extension beyond 2031.
Please note that the current Union Library Agreement is not under negotiation at this time. This
Review will be chaired by Richard Thomas, Chair of the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public
Library Board.
Kindly respond to Lindsey Harris, Administrative & Facilities Manager, Owen Sound & North Grey
Union Public Library (519-376-6623 X 5205; e-mail: lharris@library.osngupl.ca) with names of
representatives from your Council that will attend.
Please direct comments or questions about this Review to:
Tim Nicholls Harrison, Chief Librarian/CEO (519-376-6623 x 5201;
e-mail: tnichollsharrison@library.osngupl.ca)
Respectfully submitted,
Tim Nicholls Harrison
Chief Librarian/CEO
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library 824 First Avenue West, Owen Sound ON N4K 4K4
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Attachment: 2022-2031 OSNGUPL Agreement.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53346
THIS AGREEMENT dated the _ day of 2021.
BETWEEN:
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND,
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CHATSWORTH, and
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFS
herein called "MUNICIPAL PARTNERS"
DEFINITIONS:
CHATSWORTH: Corporation of the Township of Chatsworth
GEORGIAN BLUFFS: Corporation of the Township of Georgian Bluffs
OWEN SOUND: Corporation of the City of Owen Sound
MUNICIPAL PARTNERS: The municipalities agreeing to provide "union library" services,
in accordance with the Public Libraries Act, to their citizens.
LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNERS: Public Libraries with a service contract with the Union
Library.
LIBRARY BOARD: Made up of elected and appointed representatives from the Union
Library Municipal Partners and Library Service Partners.
UNION LIBRARY: The Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library (OSNGUPL)
LIBRARY MEMBERS: The users of the library with membership cards.
OPERATING BUDGET: "Operating Budget" shall include all costs of operating the Union
Library, excluding capital budget items, but including "Operating Capital" ltems such as,
but not limited to, computers and related equipment, furnishings and upholstery, partition
adjustment, duct cleaning, security systems, painting, carpeting and flooring, telephone
systems, and micro-form reader printers.
CAPITAL BUDGET: "Capital Budget" shall include "bricks and mortar" projects such as,
but not limited to, structural building changes, HVAC, exterior brick work, concrete work
and roof repairs.
WHEREAS certain of the parties hereto entered into an Agreement for the formation and
governance of a Union Public Library pursuant to sections 4 and 5 of the Public Libraries
Act, R.S.O. 1990 , c.P. 44 (herein called the "Union Public Library Agreement" ), said
Agreement being dated November 13th, 1995;
AND WHEREAS the Union Public Library Agreement was amended on November 1st
2000;
AND WHEREAS a renewed Union Public Library Agreement was signed on October
30th, 2001 for a term to December 31"t, 2011;
AND WHEREAS a renewed Union Public Library Agreement was signed on November
l1th,2011 to expire December 31st,2021;
AND WHEREAS the parties hereto are desirous of replacing said Union Public Library
Agreement as herein set out.
THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. This Agreement shall take effect January 1, 2022 and shall be in effect for a period of
ten (10) years from that date, provided that five (5) years from that date i.e.: in the year
2026 the parties hereto shall consult each with the other in order to review the terms
hereof.
At the end of the said ten (10) year term, this Agreement may be extended upon
terms to be then agreed upon. This Agreement shall also terminate upon the
withdrawal of any one of the MUNICIPAL PARTNERs of the UNION LIBRARY from
this Agreement as hereinafter provided.
2. The library shall be called The Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library and
shall be referred to in this agreement for brevity as the UNION LIBRARY.
3. (a) The UNION LIBRARY shall be governed by a board consisting of nine (9)
members, in accordance with the Public Libraries Act, five (5) to be selected by the
Corporation of the City of Owen Sound (herein called "OWEN SOUND"), two (2) to be
selected by the Corporation of the Township of Georgian Bluffs (herein called "
GEORGIAN BLUFFS"), one (1) to be selected by the Corporation of the Township of
Chatsworth (herein called'CHATSWORTH"), and
(b) The final one (1) representing libraries with service contracts with the UNION
LIBRARY. ln the event that there are no ongoing service contracts, the LIBRARY
BOARD will consult the member municipalities for an appropriate selection.
4. All the citizens of each of the MUNICIPAL PARTNERS forming the UNION LIBRARY
shall enjoy full access to the materials and services of the library and shall, upon
compliance with such rules and regulations as the LIBRARY BOARD establishes,
enjoy full privileges of membership in the UNION LIBRARY.
5. The parties agree that this Agreement shall replace the provisions of the previous
Union Library Agreement dated November 11, 2011, but the UNION LIBRARY as
created by the Union Public Library Agreement shall be deemed to continue to
exist subject to this Agreement.
6. During the term of this Agreement all of the assets and library materials currently
subject to the governance of the LIBRARY BOARD and all future assets and library
materials acquired by the UNION LIBRARY shall be held in trust for, and at the
termination of this Agreement shall come under the governance of, such public
library board as may be established by OWEN SOUND or such new union library
board as may be established by OWEN SOUND and its surrounding municipalities.
7. No compensation of any kind shall be paid to any municipality for any contribution
which it may have made to the assets of the UNION LIBRARY during the operation
of the UNION LIBRARY hereby established, upon termination of this Agreement and
the UNION LIBRARY hereby established.
8. The participating municipalities shall appoint their respective board members to the
LIBRARY BOARD, in accordance with the requirements of the Public Libraries Act
and the UNION LIBRARY bylaws, and reappoint their respective board members,
hereafter in accordance with the Public Libraries Act, from time to time, to ensure
that each MUNICIPAL PARTNER shall maintain its respective board member(s)
sitting on the LIBRARY BOARD at all times. Failure by any MUNICIPAL PARTNER
to appoint a board member as required by the Public Libraries Act shall not relieve
the defaulting MUNICIPAL PARTNER from any and all liability arising under this
Agreement.
9. Each MUNICIPAL PARTNER participating in the UNION LIBRARY shall have the
right to withdraw from this Agreement upon giving written notice of its intention to the
LIBRARY BOARD. A MUNICIPAL PARTNER must remain in the UNION LIBRARY
for one full calendar year following the year in which notice to withdraw is given.
10. (a) ln the event that any MUNICIPAL PARTNER withdraws, the LIBRARY BOARD
shall be disbanded on the date that the withdrawal becomes effective at which time
all the assets of the UNION LIBRARY shall revert to and be vested in a library board
called The Owen Sound Public Library Board as appointed by OWEN SOUND, or in
the event that OWEN SOUND and the remaining board members have formed a
new union library prior to the effective date of a MUNICIPAL PARTNER's withdrawal,
the LIBRARY BOARD shall be disbanded on such date as the new union library
board is inaugurated and all assets of the UNION LIBRARY shall revert to and come
under the governance of the new union library board.
(b) Provided that the withdrawing MUNICIPAL PARTNER meets its financial
commitments up to the date of dissolution, its residents shall enjoy full access to the
materials and services of the UNION LIBRARY, and shall, upon compliance with
such rules and regulations as the LIBRARY BOARD establishes, enjoy full privileges
of membership in the UNION LIBRARY, up to the date of dissolution'
11. From the date of receiving notice of the withdrawal of one MUNICIPAL PARTNER
from the LIBRARY BOARD, the remaining directors of the board, provided they
include OWEN SOUND, may negotiate the formation of a new union library board
in accordance with the Public Libraries Act, and provided that a new agreement is
arrived at for a new union library prior to the date of termination of the UNION
LIBRARY, then all of the assets of the UNION L¡BRARY shall be placed under
governance of the new union library board.
12 Each MUNICIPAL PARTNER shall remain fully liable for all financial
commitments to the UNION LIBRARY up to the actual date of dissolution of the
UNION LIBRARY, and the Owen Sound Public Library Board or the Board of such
other union library as may be formed by OWEN SOUND and surrounding
municipalities shall be hereby granted all right, title and interest in all funds due
and payable to the former LIBRARY BOARD up to the date of dissolution.
13 Upon dissolution of the UNION LIBRARY, no municipality or library board other
than the Owen Sound Public Library Board or a new union library board formed by
OWEN SOUND and surrounding municipalities shall have any right or entitlement
to receive any compensation of any nature or kind for contributions made or
donated to the UNION L¡BRARY, whether attributed to operational or capital
budget of the UNION LIBRARY, made prior to the date of dissolution, and each of
the participating municipalities hereby renounces and waives any claim for
compensation however arising upon the dissolution of the UNION LIBRARY.
14. (a) The UNION LIBRARY shall have the power to negotiate with any municipality
not part of the initial complement of municipalities forming the UNION LIBRARY to
permit the entry of such municipality into the UNION LIBRARY on such terms and
conditions as may be acceptable to the LIBRARY BOARD.
(b) The UNION LIBRARY shall have the power to negotiate with other public
library boards to permit the entry of such library into a service contract on such
terms and conditions as may be acceptable to the LIBRARY BOARD.
15. (a) The annual OPERATING BUDGET of the UNION LIBRARY shall be shared
and funded by the MUNICIPAL PARTNERS of the PUBLIC LIBRARIES and public
libraries with a service contract (LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNERS) with the UNION
LIBRARY.
(b) The contribution of the MUNICIPAL PARTNERS (and LIBRARY SERVICE
PARTNERS) shall be based on the average of the ratio of memberships for each
group to the total memberships in the UNION LIBRARY for the five years (2017-
2021) as of August 31st of each year.
(c) Funding is shared among the MUNICIPAL PARTNERS (and LIBRARY
SERVICE PARTNERS) in a ratio equalto those outlined below:
Percentaqe
Township of Chatsworth 9.9
Township of Georgian Bluffs 22.0
City of Owen Sound 59.8
Service Contracts 8.3
(d) At the time of the five-year review, in the fall of 2026, amendments to the above
table will be made to reflect the average of the ratio of memberships for each group
to the total memberships in the UNION LIBRARY for the five years (2012-2026) as
of August 31st of each year. The amended table will be used for the last five years
of the agreement.
16. (a) The provisions hereof shall govern the budgets and estimates of the LIBRARY
BOARD.
(b)The funding in paragraph 15 hereof shall be applied to and calculated on the
total budgeted amount required to balance the UNION LIBRARY's OPERATING
BUDGET. Prior year surplus or deficit shall be included in the current year budget
estimate. That is, net funding to be raised shall be:
Total OPERATING BUDGET expenditure per annum
Minus revenue other than municipal contribution (e.9. fees, rentals, non-
resident memberships, donations, and other non-municipal revenue)
Plus or minus any surplus or deficit from prior year.
(c) Notwithstanding any other provisions hereof, the LIBRARY BOARD shall submit
with its estimates the statement as to the proportion of the estimates that is to be
charged to each of the MUNICIPAL PARTNERS (and LIBRARY SERVICE
PARTNERS) of the UNION LIBRARY, and if the estimates of the LIBRARY BOARD
are approved or amended and approved by the Councils of the MUNICIPAL
PARTNERS (and LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNERS) of the UNION LIBRARY
representing more than one half of the population of the area for which the
LIBRARY BOARD was established, the said estimates shall be binding on all
MUNICIPAL PARTNERS (and the LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNERS) of the UNION
LIBRARY.
(d) Should the increase in the UNION LIBRARY's OPERATING BUDGET from year
to year be greater lhan 4o/o of the previous year'S budget, or the annual CPI
(whichever is greater), approval shall be required by the Councils of the
MUNICIPAL PARTNERS of the UNION L¡BRARY representingTS% of the
population of the area for which the LIBRARY BOARD was established, and when
acquired, said approval shall be binding on MUNICIPAL PARTNERS (and
LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNERS) of the UNION LIBRARY.
(e)The MUNICIPAL PARTNERS of the UNION LIBRARY agree that in recognition
of CAPITAL BUDGET items as hereinbefore defined, the MUNICIPAL PARTNERS
of the UNION LIBRARY other than OWEN SOUND shall contribute a total of $5000
multiplied by (the percentage listed in 15c) per annum towards CAPITAL BUDGET
items of the UNION LIBRARY. Subject to this provision, OWEN SOUND shall
remain liable for funding all capital acquisitions by the UNION LIBRARY.
(f) New MUNICIPAL PARTNERS of the UNION LIBRARY or libraries desiring
Library Service Contracts may apply at any time to join the UNION LIBRARY, and
shall be admitted on consent of a majority of the existing MUNICIPAL PARTNERS
(and LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNERS) of the UNION LIBRARY, but only by
amendment to this Agreement.
(g) (i) The OPERATING BUDGET for the UNION LIBRARY together with the
current year requisition shall be delivered to each MUNICIPAL PARTNER
(and LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNER) prior to November 1st in each year to
enable partners to include the estimates in their municipal budgets.
(ii) Requisitions shall be paid upon receipt of invoices delivered to each
MUN¡CIPAL PARTNER (and LIBRARY SERVICE PARTNER) by the UNION
LIBRARY on the following dates:
March 31st 25o/o of the Previous Year OPERATING BUDGET Amount
June 30th 35% of the Current Year OPERATING BUDGET Amount +
Current Year CAPITAL BUDGET Amount
September 30th The balance of the Current Year OPERATING BUDGET
Amount
17. Any MUNICIPAL PARTNER of the UNION LIBRARY may request a review of this
Agreement upon giving three (3) months written notice to the other parties hereto.
18. Each MUNICIPAL PARTNER of the UNION LIBRARY, whose share of the
Provincial Library Grant is received by the UNION LIBRARY, will have this
contribution recognized as part of their financial support. For clarification, this
section does not apply to library service contracts.
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10 REPORTS OF CITY STAFF
City staff presented reports.
Agenda item 10: REPORTS OF CITY STAFF
10.a Report CS-26-076 from the Senior Planner Re: Technical Report - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) No. 59 - Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
Staff Report CS-26-076 recommends Council direct staff to process Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 for Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd., which seeks permission for a semi-detached dwelling at 1038 6th Avenue West.
Staff Report CS-26-076 Recommends Council Direct Staff to Process Zoning By-law Amendment
Barry's Construction and Insulation Ltd. submitted a complete application for Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 to permit a semi-detached dwelling on two properties at 1038 6th Avenue West and Part 1, Plan 16R-12308.
Proposal Creates Two Lots for Semi-detached Dwelling at 1038 6th Avenue West
The applicant proposes severing an interior side yard at 1038 6th Avenue West to create two lots with approximately 230 square metres each for a semi-detached dwelling, replacing the previously planned single detached home. This zoning amendment applies site-specific regulations allowing the new housing type while retaining existing setbacks and height limits under C2 Retail Commercial zoning. The application process includes public notice mailed on July 2, 2026, with a technical report submitted to Council by July 27, 2026.
Senior Planner's Report Assesses a Zoning By-law Amendment Application Against Provincial Planning
The Senior Planner's report assesses a Zoning By-law Amendment application against Provincial Planning Statement policies that mandate forward-looking zoning to facilitate diverse housing options for all Ontarians.
West City Commercial Area Maintains Cohesive Pedestrian Environments While Requiring Adequate Off-street
The technical report outlines policies for West City Commercial zoning, mandating safe streetscapes and high-quality architectural design compatible with built heritage resources.
Technical Report CS-26-076 Proposes Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59
The report recommends amending Zoning By-law provisions for a semi-detached dwelling at 1038 6th Avenue West, proposing specific site and building regulations including an 11-metre minimum frontage and reduced yard setbacks to accommodate the existing single detached dwelling on the retained lot. The proposal seeks to recognize non-conforming uses such as the current structure with its deficient 0.5-metre front yard setback while ensuring future development complies with General Residential (R5) and Medium Density Residential (R2) zone policies.
Processing of Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 Will Exceed the Legislated Timeframe
The report outlines the next steps for a Zoning By-law Amendment application, noting that processing will slightly exceed the legislated timeframe by five days and requiring parkland dedication as a future condition. Financial resources include collected application fees and development charges upon permit approval, while human resources involve assessing the application toward a recommendation report and processing necessary notices under the Planning Act.
Parcel 1 Shows Topographical Survey Data and Coordinate Adjustments Derived
The site plan for Parcel 1 at the proposed retained lot on 1038 6th Avenue West indicates a zoning change from Retail Commercial (C2) to R5.
Contractor Barry's Construction to Excavate Testhole Before Constructing Footings on Severed Parcel
The proposed lot addition obtained from Registered Plan 34 and Prepared by Hewett and Milne Limited requires a minimum exterior side yard setback of 3.0 meters for the semi-detached dwelling.
Disturbed Boulevard Areas Require Restoration with 150mm Topsoil and Sod
The technical report indicates that disturbed areas within boulevards must be restored with exactly 150mm topsoil and sod, while proposed building envelope details remain conceptual pending final grading plan confirmation.
Severed Lot at 6th Avenue West Requires Minor Variance
The technical report indicates that the proposed severed lot at 1038 6th Avenue West requires a minor variance for surface drainage and fails to meet minimum lot area, maximum lot coverage, and front yard setback standards. The proposal maintains compliance with building height limits of 10.0 m while achieving required rear and interior side yard setbacks.
Parcel 1 Retains an Existing Dwelling with 379.25 M² Lot Area
The technical report details Parcel 1 as a retained existing dwelling with an overall lot area of 379.25 m² and a calculated lot coverage of 22.71 %. The conceptual plans for the severed Parcel 2 depict a north semi-detached unit subject to specific height restrictions, including a maximum building height of less than 10.0 meters on the northwest corner between Lot 62 (606 10th Street West) and Lot 63 (1038 6th Avenue West).
Parcel 3 (adjusted) Conceptual Plans South Semi-detached Unit PARCEL 3 (adjusted) -
The technical report details the lot coverage for Parcel 3 as a south semi-detached unit with an overall area of 231.76 square meters and a house footprint covering 46.13% of that space.
Agenda item 10.a: Report CS-26-076 from the Senior Planner Re: Technical Report - Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) No. 59 - Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
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Attachment: Technical Report - Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 - Part 1, Plan 16R12308 and 1038 6th Ave W - CS-26-076.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53380
Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Jacklyn Iezzi, Senior Planner
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CS-26-076
Subject: Technical Report – Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) No.
59 – Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 and 1038 6th Avenue West
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-076 respecting a proposed
Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a semi-detached dwelling on lands
municipally known as 1038 6th Avenue West and lands legally described as
Part 1, Plan 16R-12308, City Council directs staff to continue to process
Zoning By-law Amendment No. 59 in accordance with the process outlined in
the report.
Highlights:
A complete application for a Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA 59)
has been submitted by Barry’s Construction and Insultation Ltd.
The requested ZBA applies to two (2) separate properties; one (1)
municipally known as 1038 6th Avenue West, currently containing
an existing single detached dwelling, and one (1) that does not yet
have a civic address assigned, legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-
12308, created by Consent in 2025 (City File No. B01-2025).
Through a future consent application, the applicant is proposing to
sever the southern interior side yard of 1038 6th Avenue West. The
lands proposed to be severed, and the lands legally described as
Part 1, Plan 16R-12308, are proposed to be developed for a semi-
detached dwelling.
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The lands are zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s Zoning
By-law. Semi-detached dwellings are not a permitted use in the C2
Zone.
The effect of the application is to apply a site-specific zoning
provision to the lands, to permit a semi-detached dwelling, and
provide site-specific site and building regulations for lot area, lot
coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
Strategic Plan Alignment:
The subject application represents a legislated review process.
Previous Report/Authority:
Ontario Planning Act
Provincial Planning Statement (2024)
City of Owen Sound 2021 Official Plan
2026 Urban Design Directions
City of Owen Sound Zoning By-law (2010-078, as amended)
Official Plan and Zoning By-law Updated (2025-2026)
2026 Adopted Official Plan Amendment, adopted by Council, not yet
approved or in effect.
2026 Approved Zoning By-law Amendment No. 57, approved by Council, not
yet in force and effect.
On April 13, 2026, City Council passed By-law No. 2026-029 for the purpose
of adopting Official Plan Amendment No. 14 and passed By-law No. 2026-
030 for the purpose of adopting Zoning By-law Amendment No. 57. These
represent City-initiated updates to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law
following a 5-year review.
At the time of writing this report, these amendments were not yet in full
force and effect.
ZBA 57 (By-law No. 2026-030) will conform with Official Plan 2026 on the
day that Official Plan 2026 comes into full force and effect. Accordingly,
pursuant to subsections 24(2) and (2.1) of the Planning Act, this by-law is
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conclusively deemed to conform with Official Plan 2026 on and after the day
this by-law is passed, if Official Plan 2026 comes into effect; and this by-law
is of no force and effect if Official Plan 2026 does not come into effect.
Background & Proposal:
A complete application for a Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA 59) has been
submitted by Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd. for lands on the west
side of 6th Avenue West, approximately 12.8 metres north of the intersection
with 10th Street ‘A’ West, and 40 metres north of the intersection with 10th
Street West.
The requested Zoning By-law Amendment applies to two (2) separate
properties; one (1) municipally known as 1038 6th Avenue West, and the
other which does not yet have a civic address assigned, legally described as
Part 1, Plan 16R12308.
The lands are shown on the Orthophoto attached as Schedule ‘A’.
The lands, legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308, were created by
Consent in 2025 (City File No. B01-2025). The lands were severed from the
adjacent property to the south, municipally known as 1010 6th Avenue West.
The parcel created by Consent (Part 1, Plan 16R-12308) has 12 metres of
frontage along 6th Avenue West, 20.6 metres of lot depth, and 249 square
metres of lot area and is currently vacant. The retained lot (1010 6th Avenue
West) is a corner lot with approximately 16.5 metres of frontage on 6th
Avenue West, 20.3 metres of frontage on 10th Street West, and 338.4 square
metres of lot area and contains an existing two-storey red brick single
detached dwelling with an attached garage. An accessory residential unit
(ARU) within the existing dwelling is currently under construction (Building
Permit No. 2026-0047). The retained lot has a driveway access via 10th
Street West and 6th Avenue West.
The lands, municipally known as 1038 6th Avenue West, have approximately
26 metres of frontage along 6th Avenue West, 20.3 metres of lot depth, and
558 square metres of lot area, and currently contain an existing single
detached dwelling. The lands front and gain vehicular access via 6th Avenue
West. Parking for the existing single detached dwelling is provided within a
private driveway. A variety of mature trees and an existing wooden fence
exist along the northern interior side and southern rear lot lines.
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Surrounding land uses include:
North: unopened City lane, residential along 6th Avenue West and 11th
Street West.
East: residential on the east side of 6th Avenue West and along 10th
Street ‘A’ West, hazard lands (escarpment).
South: commercial and institutional uses existing on the south side of
10th Street West (automotive repair, offices, place of worship),
residential along 6th Avenue West, south of 10th Street West.
West: commercial uses existing on the northside of 10th Street West
(commercial plaza with a restaurant, hotel, car wash).
The subject lands are designated ‘West City Commercial’ by the City’s 2021
Official Plan and are zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s Zoning By-
law (2010-078, as amended).
The land use designation remains unchanged under the City’s 2026 Official
Plan and the lands remain zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s
Zoning By-law, as amended by ZBA No. 57.
For location context and surrounding land uses, please see the Orthophoto in
Schedule ‘A’. For the planning policy context, please see the Official Plan and
Zoning Map in Schedule ‘B’. The subject lands are fully described in Schedule
‘C’.
The Proposal
As noted above, the lands legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308 were
created by Consent in 2025 (City File No. B01-2025). The Consent
application was approved by the City’s Committee of Adjustment on January
28, 2025, subject to conditions. Conditions of the consent approval were
fulfilled, and the deeds were stamped by the City’s Secretary Treasurer on
March 4, 2026. At the time of consent approval, the lands were also subject
to Minor Variance A01-2025, which had the effect of providing relief from the
minimum lot area requirements of the City’s Zoning By-law for the retained
and severed parcels to facilitate the proposed lot creation, and the maximum
lot coverage and minimum front and rear yard setback provisions, to
facilitate the construction of a single detached dwelling on the severed
parcel. Minor Variance A01-2025 was approved by the City’s Committee of
Adjustment and is in full force and effect.
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Through a future Consent application, the applicant is proposing to sever the
southern interior side yard of the lands municipally known as 1038 6th
Avenue West, for the purposes of a new residential building lot. A lot addition
is also proposed that will sever a 0.88 metre wide by 20.5-metre-long strip
of land from the lands legally described as Part 1, Plan 16R-12308, and
convey it to the proposed severed parcel such that each lot has
approximately 11 metres of frontage on 6th Avenue West, 20.5 metres of lot
depth, and 230 square metres of lot area.
The proposed Consent for lot creation and a lot addition, will facilitate
development of the lands for a semi-detached dwelling. This proposal
replaces that previously contemplated through Consent B01-2025 and Minor
Variance A01-2025, which was to facilitate the construction of a single
detached dwelling.
The proposed retained lot will contain the existing single detached dwelling
on 1038 6th Avenue West and is proposed to have approximately 18.3
metres of frontage on 6th Avenue West, 20.7 metres of lot depth, and 379
square metres of lot area.
A Site Plan illustrating the proposal is attached as Schedule ‘D’.
The lands are zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s Zoning By-law
(2010-078, as amended). Semi-detached dwellings are not among the uses
permitted in the C2 Zone.
The effect of the requested Zoning By-law Amendment is to apply a site-
specific zoning provision to the lands, to permit a semi-detached dwelling,
and provide site-specific site and building regulations with respect to lot
area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
The proposed zoning provisions are summarized as follows:
Zoning Part 1, Plan Proposed Proposed
Provision 16R-12308 Severed Lot Retained Lot
(1038 6th
Avenue West)
Lot Frontage 11 m 11 m 18.3 m
Lot Area 230 m2 230 m2 379 m2
Lot Coverage 46% 47% 23%
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Zoning Part 1, Plan Proposed Proposed
Provision 16R-12308 Severed Lot Retained Lot
(1038 6th
Avenue West)
Front Yard 6m 6m 0.5 m (existing)
Setback
Rear Yard 4m 4m 8.1 m (existing)
Setback
Interior Side 0.9 m / 0 m 0.9 m / 0 m 0.9 m (south
Yard Setback (common party (common party side)
wall) wall)
Exterior Side N/A N/A 9.2 m (north
Yard Setback side)
Building Height < 10 m < 10 m < 10 m
(existing)
Submission & Process Details
As part of a complete application, the applicant has submitted the following
materials for consideration:
Submission Item Title Submission Item Detail
Cover Letter Dated June 10, 2026, by Barry’s
Construction and Insulation Ltd.
Planning Justification Report, Dated June 2026 by Cobide
including Draft Zoning By-law Engineering Inc.
Amendment
Fully dimensioned Site Plan with Dated March 3, 2026, by GEI
complete site statistics Consultants Canada Ltd.
Given the minor nature of the proposal, pre-consultation was not required for
the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment.
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Subsequently, the process relating to the formal application has proceeded
as follows:
Date Step Days
June 10, 2026 Submission of application 0
forms and supporting
plans and studies.
June 12, 2026 Submission of required 1
application fees (complete
application)
June 22, 2026 Letter regarding Notice of 11
Complete Application to
the applicant.
Request for comments
circulated to City staff and
external agencies.
July 2, 2026 Notice of Complete 21
Application & Public
Meeting mailed to
property owners within
120 metres of the subject
lands and notice posted
on the property.
July 27, 2026 Public Meeting and 46
Technical Report to
Council.
These submission items can be found online under heading ZBA No. 59 at
www.owensound.ca/development.
Technical Review:
The Planning Act and the City’s Official Plan establish criteria for evaluating
an application to amend the City’s Zoning By-law. In making land use
planning decisions, Council must consider the matters of Provincial interest
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as described in Section 2 of the Planning Act. Section 3 of the Planning Act
also prescribes that the decision of Council on a planning matter shall be
consistent with the policy statements issued under the Act.
Policies within the Official Plan are intended to be consistent with the policies
of the relevant provincial agency, in conformity with the Grey County Official
Plan, and address requirements and regulations of other agencies and
related regulating authorities.
The City’s Official Plan (policy 9.1.1.2) provides that the City may amend the
Zoning By-law where, in the opinion of Council, sufficient justification exists.
Amendments must conform to the policies of the Official Plan. When
considering an amendment, the City should consider the goals, objectives,
and policies of the Official Plan. Additionally, decisions should consider the
compatibility with adjacent uses of land and servicing (transportation, sewer,
and water).
The application is subject to review by the City’s Development Team and
external commenting agencies. Public notice of the application has been
given in accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act.
All applicable policies, standards, and review comments will be fully reviewed
in the staff recommendation report anticipated to come before Council on
September 14, 2026. Public input will be considered in the overall process
and included in the future recommendation report.
This report is intended to describe the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
and outline the key policy considerations relevant to the evaluation of the
subject application.
The following sections describe the proposal more completely, and outline
the key considerations, evident to staff at this time, that are relevant to the
specific amendments requested.
A: Provincial Policy Statement
In making land use planning decisions, Council must consider the matters of
Provincial interest as described in Section 2 of the Planning Act. These
matters include (but are not limited to) the orderly development of safe and
healthy communities, the appropriate location of growth and development,
and the promotion of development designed to be sustainable, support public
transit, and be oriented to pedestrians.
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The 2024 Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) provides direction on matters
of provincial interest. The vision of the PPS includes that:
“Ontario will increase the supply and mix of housing options, addressing
the full range of housing affordability needs. Every community will build
homes that respond to changing market needs and local demand.
Providing a sufficient supply with the necessary mix of housing options
will support a diverse and growing population and workforce, now and
for many years to come.”
The PPS recognizes that municipal Official Plans are the most important
vehicle for implementation of the Provincial Planning Statement and for
achieving comprehensive, integrated, and long-term planning. It further
identifies zoning by-laws as important for the implementation of the PPS
directing that they should be forward-looking and facilitate opportunities for
an appropriate range and mix of housing options for all Ontarians.
The following PPS policies are highlighted concerning the application:
2.1 Planning for People and Homes
6. Planning authorities should support the achievement of complete
communities by:
a) accommodating an appropriate range and mix of land uses, housing
options, transportation options with multimodal access, employment,
public service facilities and other institutional uses (including schools and
associated child care facilities, long-term care facilities, places of worship
and cemeteries), recreation, parks and open space, and other uses to
meet long-term needs;
b) improving accessibility for people of all ages and abilities by
addressing land use barriers which restrict their full participation in
society; and
c) improving social equity and overall quality of life for people of all
ages, abilities, and incomes, including equity-deserving groups.
2.2 Housing
1. Planning authorities shall provide for an appropriate range and mix of
housing options and densities to meet projected needs of current and
future residents of the regional market area by:
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b) permitting and facilitating:
i. all housing options required to meet the social, health,
economic and wellbeing requirements of current and future
residents, including additional needs housing and needs arising
from demographic changes and employment opportunities; and
ii. all types of residential intensification, including the
development and redevelopment of underutilized commercial and
institutional sites (e.g., shopping malls and plazas) for residential
use, development and introduction of new housing options within
previously developed areas, and redevelopment, which results in
a net increase in residential units in accordance with policy
2.3.1.3;
c) promoting densities for new housing which efficiently use land,
resources, infrastructure and public service facilities, and support the
use of active transportation; and
d) requiring transit-supportive development and prioritizing
intensification, including potential air rights development, in proximity to
transit, including corridors and stations.
2.3 Settlement Areas and Settlement Area Boundary Expansion
2.3.1 General Policies for Settlement Areas
1. Settlement areas shall be the focus of growth and development. Within
settlement areas, growth should be focused in, where applicable, strategic
growth areas, including major transit station areas.
2. Land use patterns within settlement areas should be based on densities
and a mix of land uses which:
a) efficiently use land and resources;
b) optimize existing and planned infrastructure and public service
facilities
c) support active transportation
d) are transit-supportive, as appropriate; and
e) are freight-supportive
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3. Planning authorities shall support general intensification and
redevelopment to support the achievement of complete communities,
including by planning for a range and mix of housing options and
prioritizing planning and investment in the necessary infrastructure and
public service facilities.
3.1 General Policies for Infrastructure and Public Service Facilities
1. Infrastructure and public service facilities shall be provided in an efficient
manner while accommodating projected needs.
3.6 Sewage, Water and Stormwater
2. Municipal sewage services and municipal water services are the preferred
form of servicing for settlement areas to support protection of the
environment and minimize potential risks to human health and safety. For
clarity, municipal sewage services and municipal water services include
both centralized servicing systems and decentralized servicing systems.
The pending recommendation report will assess consistency of the proposed
Zoning By-law Amendment with the direction provided by the PPS.
B: County of Grey Official Plan
The subject property is designated ‘Primary Settlement Area’ in the 2019
County of Grey Official Plan (County OP).
Settlement areas with full municipal services are the focus of most of the
growth within the County. The County OP promotes a full range of
residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, and institutional land uses
within Primary Settlement Areas. Land use policies and development
standards are in accordance with the local Official Plan.
The pending recommendation report will assess if the proposal conforms to
the policies of the County OP. The County has been provided notice of the
subject Zoning By-law Amendment application, in accordance with the
requirements of the Planning Act.
C: City of Owen Sound Official Plan
The subject lands are designated ‘West City Commercial’ by the City’s 2021
Official Plan (OP). As noted above, the City has adopted an Official Plan
update (2026) that is not yet approved by the County of Grey. Under the
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2026 OP, the lands remain designated ‘West City Commercial’ and policies
applicable to this land use designation remain unchanged.
The following OP policies are highlighted concerning the application:
2. Vision Goals and Objectives
Section 2 of the Official Plan sets out the vision and general goals and
objectives of the City of assist in understanding the intent of the policies.
2.1 The City of Owen Sound is where you want to live. A complete
community that values the natural environment, cultural diversity,
historic streetscapes, vibrant waterfront and provides a sense of
belonging. The City will plan to evolve as a centre for growth,
opportunity and innovation while ensuring that equity, inclusion,
diversity, sustainability, resiliency, and quality of life are considered in
every decision.
2.2 Goals and Objectives
2.2.4 Managing Growth
Goal: To promote and encourage the growth and development of the City
through a planning framework that supports sustainability, healthy
communities, planned growth and quality of life for all residents of the City.
Objectives:
a. To plan for a complete community and promote a healthy, active
City for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
b. To accommodate the population and development anticipated for
the City within the planning period in a sustainable, compact urban
form and to avoid land use patterns that may cause environmental or
public health and safety concerns or promote non-compatible land
uses.
d. To increase housing supply by identifying and promoting
opportunities for intensification and redevelopment where appropriate,
and plan for a full range and mix of housing options in terms of
dwelling types, densities and tenure.
e. To consistently apply a diversity lens to growth management
through planning for persons having diverse abilities and
circumstances.
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2.2.6 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Goal: To be a welcoming, safe and supportive community that provides for
the diverse needs of all residents and visitors.
Objectives:
a. To provide a safe and accessible urban environment with a mix of
uses, activities, experiences and opportunities, for persons of all
abilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarian’s with
Disabilities Act and the City’s Multi-year Accessibility Plan and Transit
Accessibility Plan.
b. To recognize and respond to the demographic changes in the
community and develop strategies to encourage all residents to
maintain their residency and employment within the City.
d. To apply a diversity lens to all decisions and work to capture
opportunities to address homelessness and combat inequity in the
City’s built environment and planning policy framework.
2.2.7 Urban Design
Goal: To facilitate ‘experiencing the City’ by recognizing the exceptional
natural setting, maintaining the built heritage of the City, protecting
significant natural features, establishing complete communities and ensuring
quality urban design.
Objectives:
c. To provide streetscapes and pedestrian environments that are
designed to be safe, attractive, accessible, and inviting.
d. To ensure that new development and redevelopment employs high
quality architectural and landscape design, is progressive, aesthetically
appropriate, and compatible with the City’s built heritage resources,
cultural heritage landscapes, and surrounding neighbourhood
character.
e. To maintain residential areas that are safe, convenient, quiet, well
landscaped, diverse, and coherent in scale.
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3.6 West City Commercial - 10th Street West from 6th Avenue West to
9th Avenue West
10th Street West connects the commercial development on the “Sunset
Strip” in Georgian Bluffs to the River District Commercial area. It is the main
entrance to the City from the west and the north and is an important aspect
of the City’s image. This area consists mainly of arterial commercial
development, with parking areas between the buildings and the street.
Typically, the commercial development abuts low-density residential and
institutional uses to the rear.
3.6.1 Permitted Uses
3.6.1.1 The following types of uses may be appropriate within the lands
designated West City Commercial:
a. A wide variety of small commercial uses such as food services,
restaurants, convenience stores, specialty automotive services,
commercial and personal services, specialty retail, funeral homes, and
motels.
b. Small business, professional and medical offices, and clinics.
c. Non-commercial uses such as medium density forms of
housing, congregate housing, churches, and other institutional uses.
3.6.2 General Policies
3.6.2.1 The West City Commercial Area should be maintained and developed
as a cohesive and attractive pedestrian and vehicle-oriented retail and
service area to serve local and regional needs.
5. Infrastructure
5.1.3 Roads
5.1.3.4 Roads within settlement areas and built-up areas should be designed
as living streets to support all user groups and a variety of travel modes.
5.1.3.6 Road access points shall be designed to the satisfaction of the City in
locations that will not create a hazard due to poor sight lines or other
geometric, transportation or land use planning considerations. Shared
vehicular entrances are encouraged for commercial and industrial uses
located on arterial and collector streets.
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5.1.4 Parking
5.1.4.3 All new development and redevelopment, including the reuse of
existing buildings, shall be required to provide adequate off-street parking
and loading spaces in accordance with the standards established in the
Zoning By-law. Access and egress to all off-street parking or loading spaces
shall be limited in number and designed to minimize danger to vehicular and
pedestrian traffic.
5.1.4.10 Access points should be clearly visible and distinguishable, limited
in number and designed in a manner that will minimize hazards to pedestrian
and motor traffic in the immediate area. The City may require consolidation
of adjacent parking areas to provide appropriate spacing of access points on
arterial roads.
5.1.5 Active Transportation
5.1.5.1 New developments will be designed to be walkable and bike friendly
by including multi-use trails, sidewalks, and/or paved shoulders where
appropriate to integrate with the overall complete transportation system.
5.2 Municipal Services
5.2.1 General Policies
5.2.1.1 Development will be permitted in areas that can be adequately
serviced by municipal services, municipal water and wastewater services,
stormwater management and emergency services.
5.2.4 Stormwater Management
5.2.4.1 Stormwater should be managed onsite where practical minimizing
stormwater volumes and contaminant loads and maintain or increase the
extent of vegetative and pervious surfaces. No new development shall have a
negative impact on the drainage characteristics of adjacent land.
5.2.4.6 The City shall require new developments or redevelopment projects
to have a stormwater management plan in place prior to the construction.
7. Culture and Community
7.4.3 Parkland Dedication
7.4.3.2 The City will, as a condition of the subdivision or the development or
redevelopment of land:
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a. For residential and institutional purposes, require 5 percent of all the land
proposed for development or redevelopment, or alternatively require up to
one hectare for each 300 dwelling units proposed be conveyed to the City for
parkland, open space, or multi-use pathway purposes.
7.4.3.3 In place of the dedication of land, the City may require cash-in lieu of
land at a rate appropriate to the value of the required land. For the purposes
of collecting parkland conveyance as cash in-lieu, the value of the land will
be determined as of the day before the day of draft plan approval. In the
case of the development or redevelopment of land, the value will be
determined as of the day before the day of issuance of the first necessary
building permit.
8. Urban Design
8.1.1 General Policies
8.1.1.1 The City may require urban design studies, project specific design
guidelines, context plans and master plans, in support of proposed
development. Such studies shall have regard to the objectives and policies of
this Plan and may be used to guide site plan development.
8.1.1.2 The City shall promote a high standard of design in its public works
and in the design of private and public development to achieve an appealing,
comfortable, accessible, safe living and work environment for the residents
and visitors of Owen Sound. Particular attention will be given to development
within the River District Commercial area, the harbour area, new residential
areas, major commercial areas and gateways to the City.
8.2 Natural Features
8.2.1.6 Where new development is proposed, locations of existing mature
trees should be considered in the preparation of a site plan. Through the
implementation of the Tree Preservation Policy, the City will ensure tree
protection in maintaining healthy trees. The City will require the planting of
street trees in new development areas through a tree survey planting plan.
8.3.2 Gateways and Nodes
8.3.2.1 The City may identify certain points of entry into the City and certain
key intersections as Gateways and Nodes. These are points that may be used
to create a sense of welcome and arrival, assist in orientation and create a
memorable image of the City. The primary locations are at the highway
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entrances at Highway 26 in the east, Highways 6/10 in the south and
Highways 6/21 in the west, and nodes identified in area studies such as the
Harbour and Downtown Urban Design/Master Plan Strategy. These locations
may be marked with special structures, landscaping or signage that reflects
the unique character of the City. Design opportunities and the integration of
these elements into the surrounding area may be identified through Urban
Design studies.
8.6 Streetscape
8.6.1 Objectives
8.6.1.1 The City will seek to achieve well-coordinated and designed
streetscapes throughout the City, particularly in the commercial areas and
along arterial roads. They should provide comfortable pedestrian
environments, safe vehicular movement, reinforce the desired or established
character of the area and, where appropriate, incorporate trees for shade.
8.6.1.3 The City may define, within any development area, building heights
and setbacks or, in some cases, ‘build to’ lines that are consistent with the
intended form of development and relevant guidelines. Within a residential
area, such heights and setbacks should be consistent with the general form
of existing development. Increased setbacks may be required where high
buildings are proposed.
8.6.6 Parking and Access
8.6.6.3 Access points should be clearly visible and distinguishable, limited in
number and designed in a manner that will minimize hazards to pedestrian
and motor traffic in the immediate area. The City may require consolidation
of adjacent parking areas to provide appropriate spacing of access points on
arterial roads.
8.6.7 Adjacent Uses
8.6.7.4 Wherever a residential type of use abuts an industrial use, a
commercial use, an institutional use, a parking area, a loading area or any
other incompatible use, the City may develop and enforce setback
requirements, site plan requirements and design guidelines to provide
adequate visual and aural separation and privacy for the residential use in
accordance with MECC.
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8.6.8 New Residential Development
8.6.8.2 Buildings should be sited to provide relatively consistent streetscapes
within an area, with similar setbacks, defining the visual width of the streets.
Street trees should be planted in accordance with an appropriate plan.
9. Implementation
9.1.1 Zoning By-law
9.1.1.2 The City may amend the Zoning By-law where, in the opinion of the
City, sufficient justification exists. Amendments must be in conformity with
the policies of this Plan. When considering whether an amendment to the
Zoning By-law is appropriate, the City should consider the goals, objectives
and policies of this Plan.
9.3.2 Committee of Adjustment
9.3.2.2 Plans of subdivision shall be the preferred method of land division.
Consents should only be granted when it is clearly not necessary or in the
public interest that the land be developed by plan of subdivision. Plans of
subdivision will be required and applications for consent will not be approved
under the following circumstances:
a. More than three lots (two severed and one retained) from a land
holding are being created.
b. Lots created require a new public road for the provision of access.
c. The provision or extension of municipal services (water and/or
sewer) is required.
d. Other matters that may arise during the review of the proposed
development.
9.3.2.3 Notwithstanding Section 9.3.2.2a) the requirement for a plan of
subdivision may be waived for infilling or redevelopment of lots having
frontage on a public road that is maintained on a year round basis in an area
serviced by municipal water and sanitary sewers subject to the provisions of
section 9.3.3 of this Plan.
9.3.2.4 Regard shall be had to the following criteria when considering an
application for consent:
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a. The lands front onto an existing, assumed public road that is
maintained on a year round basis.
b. The consents shall have the effect of infilling in existing areas and
not extending existing development.
c. Creation of the lot does not compromise the long-term use of the
remaining land or retained parcel.
d. The size of the parcel of land created by consent should be
appropriate for the use proposed.
e. Soil and drainage conditions are suitable or can be made suitable to
permit the proper siting of buildings.
f. Impact on any adjacent built heritage or archaeological resource.
9.3.2.5 No parcel shall be created which does not conform to the provisions
of the Zoning By-law except where a minor variance has been approved.
9.3.2.8 Nothing in this Plan shall adversely affect the continuance of any
use(s) legally existing on the date this Plan was adopted by the City.
9.3.2.9 The City may recognize the existing use of land in the implementing
Zoning By-law. The City, in co-operation with landowners, will attempt to
reduce the number of non-conforming uses whenever and wherever possible
according to the policies of this Plan.
The pending recommendation report will assess if the proposal conforms to
the policies of the City’s OP and if conditions of approval respecting City OP
conformity should be applied.
D: City of Owen Sound Zoning By-law
The subject property is zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2) by the City’s Zoning
By-law 2010-078, up to and including Amendment No. 56.
As noted above, the City has approved a Zoning By-law Update (ZBA No. 57)
that is not yet in force and effect. Under Zoning By-law 2010-078, as
amended by ZBA No. 57, the lands remain zoned ‘Retail Commercial’ (C2).
Under both by-laws, a semi-detached dwelling is not a permitted use in the
C2 Zone. The effect of the requested ZBA is to permit a semi-detached
dwelling and provide site-specific site and building regulations with respect to
lot area, lot coverage, and front and rear yard setbacks.
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The Zoning By-law does not provide site and building regulations for a semi-
detached dwelling in the C2 Zone, as it is not a permitted use. Planning staff
recommend that the proposed semi-detached dwelling be evaluated using
the ‘General Residential’ (R5) Zone provisions for a semi-detached dwelling
under Zoning By-law 2010-078, up to and including ZBA No. 56, and the
‘Medium Density Residential’ (R2) Zone provisions under Zoning By-law
2010-078, as amended by ZBA No. 57.
The requested zoning provisions for the proposed semi-detached dwelling are
as follows:
Zoning As required by As required by Proposed
Provision General Medium Density
Residential (R5) Residential (R2)
– By-law 2010- – By-law 2010-
078, up to and 078, up to and
including ZBA including ZBA
No. 56 <in force No. 57 <not yet
and effect> in force and
effect>
Minimum Lot 10 m / unit 10 m / unit 11 m / unit
Frontage
Minimum Lot Area 300 m2 / unit 300 m2 / unit 230 m2 / unit
Maximum Lot 40% 40% 47%
Coverage
Minimum Front 6.5 m 6.5 m 6m
Yard Setback
Minimum Rear 7.5 m 7.5 m 4m
Yard Setback
Minimum Interior 0.9 m on both 0.9 m on both 0.9 m (north
Side Yard Setback sides where there sides where there and south
is an attached is an attached sides)
garage or carport garage or carport
for each unit (0 m for each unit (0 m
at common party at common party
wall) wall)
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Maximum Building 10 m 12.5 m < 10 m
Height
Further, as noted above, 1038 6th Avenue West currently contains an
existing single detached dwelling.
Under Zoning By-law 2010-078, up to and including ZBA No. 56 that is
currently in force and effect, a single detached dwelling is a permitted use in
the C2 Zone as of right, in accordance with the General Residential (R5)
Zone provisions.
The existing single detached dwelling is proposed to be located on the
retained lot, as part of a future consent application, and generally complies
with the R5 Zone provisions with the exception of the minimum lot area. A
lot area of 379 square metres is proposed, whereas 400 square metres is
required by the R5 Zone. The existing single detached dwelling also has an
existing deficient front yard setback of 0.5 metres, whereas 6.5 metres is
required by the R5 Zone.
Under Zoning By-law 2010-078, up to and including ZBA No. 57, a single
detached dwelling is not a permitted use as of right. Single detached
dwellings, as existing on the effective date of the by-law, are permitted in
accordance with the ‘Multiple Residential’ (MR) and ‘Medium Density
Residential’ (R2) Zone provisions. The R2 Zone provisions for a single
detached dwelling under Zoning By-law 2010-078, as amended by ZBA No.
57, remain unchanged from the by-law currently in force and effect.
Provisions are recommended to be included in the amending by-laws which
recognize the existing single detached dwelling as a permitted use, with an
existing front yard setback of 0.5 metres, and a minimum lot area of 379
square metres.
The pending recommendation report will assess if the proposal meets the
requirements of the City’s Zoning By-law and if conditions of approval
respecting zoning conformity should be applied.
E: Site Plan Control Matters
The proposed development is not considered development requiring Site Plan
Approval in accordance with Section 41 of the Planning Act and City By-law
No. 2019-185.
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A future Consent Application will be required to facilitate the proposed lot
creation.
Next Steps:
A separate recommendation report will assess if and how the proposal
satisfies the policy context discussed herein.
In accordance with the Planning Act and City protocols for processing
Planning Act applications, the following outlines the next steps in the
process:
Anticipated Date Step Days
September 14, 2026 Anticipated - 95
Recommendation Report and
Amending By-laws to Council
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
Application fees were collected as part of the Zoning By-law Amendment
application as prescribed by the City’s Fees and Charges By-law.
The project will be subject to the collection of development charges in
accordance with the Development Charges By-law in effect at the time of
Building Permit application.
Parkland dedication will be required as a condition of a future consent
application.
Human Resources
The Development Team will continue to assess the application towards a
recommendation report. Clerks will process the necessary notices in
accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act.
Time and Scheduling
Processing of the subject Zoning By-law Amendment application will slightly
exceed the legislated timeframe of 90 days (by 5 days.
As this represents a legislated land development process, non-legislated
initiatives may be delayed to prioritize this project from time to time.
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Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no direct anticipated climate or environmental impacts as a result
of the zoning by-law amendment.
Communication and Engagement:
Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting was given as required by
the Planning Act. Public and agency input will be considered in the overall
process and included in the future recommendation report.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
In addition to the public notice, the Planning Division also sent a request for
comments to the City’s Development Team and external commenting
agencies, further detailing the nature of the applications.
All comments will be considered as part of the staff recommendation report.
Attachments:
Schedule 'A': Orthophoto
Schedule 'B': Official Plan and Zoning Map
Schedule 'C': Property Details
Schedule 'D': Site Plan
Reviewed by:
Sabine Robart, MCIP, RPP, Manager of Planning & Heritage
Pamela Coulter, BA, RPP, Director of Community Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Jacklyn Iezzi, Senior
Planner at planning@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext. 1261.
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Attachment: Schedule A - Orthophoto.pdf
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Schedule 'A': Orthophoto
±
668 616
585 565 555
11th St W 1099
663 621
1072 1071
6th Ave W
Part 1, Plan 16R-12308
10th St A W
605 10t
hS
619 tW
975 SubjectProperty
West6thAveLot
969 966
961 964
5th Ave A W
750 958
951 956
Information shown on these drawings/maps/charts
Meters 954 from numerous sources and may not
is compiled
0 10 20 40 60 947
be complete or accurate 965
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Attachment: Schedule B - Official Plan and Zoning Map.pdf
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Schedule 'B': Planning Policy
±
1100 ZH
R2
621 617
R2
6th Ave W
C2 594
640 606
Part 1, Plan 16R-12308
10th St A W
10th St W LEGEND
593 Subject Property
R2 569
Zoning 565
Special Provision
Zone (C2)
OFFICIAL PLAN
605 Hazard
1 Lands
0th
619 St
Residential W
C2 West City Commercial
978 R2
Meters Information shown on these drawings/maps/charts
is compiled from numerous sources and may not 975
0 5 10 20 30
be complete or accurate
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Attachment: Schedule C - Property Details.pdf
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SCHEDULE C
PROPERTY DETAILS
Property Information Part 1, Plan 16R12308 1038 6th Avenue West 1038 6th Avenue
(Consent B01-2025) (Proposed Severed) West (Proposed
Retained)
Civic Address TBD TBD 1038 6th Avenue West
Roll Number TBD TBD 425902001214800
Legal Description Part 1, Plan 16R12308 TBD PLAN 34 N PT LOT 63
Site Frontage 11.3 m (6th Ave W) 11.3 m (6th Ave W) 18.3 m (6th Ave W)
Site Depth 20.4 m 20.6 m 20.7 m
Site Area 230 square metres 233 square metres 436 square metres
Existing Structures Vacant Vacant Single detached
dwelling
Road Access/Frontage 6th Ave W 6th Ave W 6th Ave W
Page 1 of 2 File: ZBA 59
Available Servicing Detail
Potable Water 150 mm ø cast iron – 6th Ave W
Wastewater Municipal
Stormwater Municipal
Planning Policy Detail
County of Grey Official Primary Settlement Area
Plan
City of Owen Sound West City Commercial
Official Plan (2021)
City of Owen Sound West City Commercial
Official Plan (2026)
City of Owen Sound Retail Commercial (C2)
Zoning By-law (2010-
078, as amended)
City of Owen Sound Retail Commercial (C2)
Zoning By-law (2010-
078, as amended by
ZBA No. 57)
Page 2 of 2 File: ZBA 59
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Attachment: Schedule D_Site Plan - CS-26-076.pdf
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SPECIAL NOTES:
PARCEL 1
LANE 1. TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY PERFORMED BY GEI CONSULTANTS CANADA
LTD. ON MARCH 19, 2025. THIS INFORMATION MAY NOT BE COMPLETE OR
FINAL. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE END USER TO VERIFY AND
PROPOSED RETAINED LOT (#1038 6th Avenue West) CONFIRM ALL DATA CONTAINED HEREIN.
(C2) R5 ZONING REQUIRED PROPOSED COMPLIES 50mm HL-3 ASPHALT
2. COORDINATES ON THIS PLAN ARE ADJUSTED GROUND COORDINATES SITE
50mm HL-4 ASPHALT DERIVED FROM GRID COORDINATES OF THE UTM 17N NAD83 (CSRS-V7)
MIN LOT FRONTAGE (6TH AVE. W.) 12.0 m 18.32 m YES Proposed Retained Parcel (1038 6th Ave W - Existing
MIN LOT AREA * *400.00 2 *379.25 m 2 NO SingleMINDetached Dwelling)
150mm GRANULAR `A'
#3 BENCHMARK COORDINATE SYSTEM AND ARE BASED ON OBSERVATIONS FROM A
NETWORK OF PERMANENT GPS/GNSS REFERENCE STATIONS.
COMPACTED TO 100% SPMDD ELEVATIONS ON THIS PLAN ARE REFERENCED TO CANADIAN GEODETIC
MAX LOT COVERAGE 40 % 22.71% YES VERTICAL DATUM OF 1928 (CGVD28) BY CONVERTING ELLIPSOIDAL
Proposed Severed Parcel (Proposed Semi-Detached (RETAINED) HEIGHTS TO ORTHOMETRIC ELEVATIONS USING THE HTV2.0(2010) GEOID
MIN FRONT YARD SETBACK (EXISTING)* *6.5 m *0.5 m NO MODEL PROVIDED BY NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA.
MIN REAR YARD SETBACK (EXISTING)
Dwelling)
7.5 m 8.1 m YES 3. THIS IS NOT A LEGAL PLAN. THE LEGAL BOUNDARY INFORMATION FOR CITY OF OWEN SOUND
MIN 300mm GRANULAR `B'
MIN INTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK 1.2 / 0.9 m 9.2 / 0.9 m YES COMPACTED TO 98% SPMDD
Part 1, Plan 16R12308, created by Consent B01-2025
THE LOT WAS OBTAINED FROM REGISTERED PLAN 34, AND REGISTERED
PLAN 16R-12308, PREPARED BY HEWETT AND MILNE LIMITED, OLS, DATED
KEY PLAN
NOT TO SCALE
DECEMBER 11, 2025. LEGAL BOUNDARIES TO BE CONFIRMED BY OLS
MIN EXTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK 3.0 m 9.2 m YES (Proposed Semi-Detached Dwelling) UPON THE SEVERANCE APPROVAL.
OWNER: CONTRACTOR:
MAX BUILDING HEIGHT 10.0 m <10.0 m YES 4. CONTRACTOR TO EXCAVATE TESTHOLE AND CONFIRM HIGH GROUND
Proposed Lot Addition, to be severed from Part 1, Plan
SELECT SUBGRADE MATERIAL WATER ELEVATION PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTING FOOTINGS. BARRY'S CONSTRUCTION BARRY'S CONSTRUCTION
(*) POSSIBLE MINOR VARIANCE REQUIRED. 16R12308 and conveyed to proposed severed parcel 5. RAIN WATER LEADERS TO BE DIRECTED TO THE FRONT SWALES WHERE
(outlined in green) POSSIBLE. THE ELEVATION AND LOCATION OF THE BUILDING TO BE ERECTED ON THE LOT
AND THE GRADING OF THE LOT ARE IN GENERAL CONFORMITY WITH THE
6. CITY OF OWEN SOUND TO DETERMINE SUITABILITY OF EXISTING
PARCEL 2 TYPICAL ROADWAY RESTORATION DETAIL SANITARY AND WATER SERVICES FOR REUSE FOR ONE OF THE GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN APPROVED BY THE MUNICIPALITY.
PARCELS.
LOT
LOT
PROPOSED SEVERED LOT (North Semi-Detached Unit) NOT TO SCALE
7. SERVICING DETAILS TO REFER TO THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND DETAILS P. ENG.
OSS-406 AND OSS-410.
(C2) R5 ZONING REQUIRED PROPOSED COMPLIES GEI CONSULTANTS CANADA LTD.
8. PROPOSED BUILDING ENVELOPE IS CONCEPTUAL ONLY AND FINAL
MIN LOT FRONTAGE (6TH AVE. W.) DETAILS ARE TO BE CONFIRMED AND ADJUSTED FOR FINAL LOT
10.0 m 11.30 m YES
NOTE: DISTURBED AREAS WITHIN BOULEVARDS TO BE GRADING PLAN.
MIN LOT AREA * *300 m 2 *232.70 m 2 NO LEGEND:
RESTORED WITH 150mm TOPSOIL AND SOD. 9. HOUSE FOOTPRINTS ARE CONCEPTUAL ONLY FOR SEVERANCE
MAX LOT COVERAGE * APPLICATION SUBMISSION. PROPOSED GRADING AND DRAINAGE TO BE
*40 % *45.95% NO CONFIRMED UPON SUBMISSION OF FINAL HOUSE PLANS FOR BUILDING EXISTING CONDITIONS ELEVATION (MAR. 19/25)
MIN FRONT YARD SETBACK * PERMIT.
*6.5 m *6.0 m NO
AS BUILT ELEVATION
MIN REAR YARD SETBACK * *7.5 m *4.19 m NO
PROPOSED ELEVATION
MIN INTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK 0.0 / 0.9 m 0.0 / 0.98 m YES
PROPOSED ELEVATION BELOW DECK
MIN EXTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK 3.0 m N/A N/A
SWALE DRAINAGE
MAX BUILDING HEIGHT 10.0 m <10.0 m YES
SURFACE DRAINAGE
(*) POSSIBLE MINOR VARIANCE REQUIRED.
PROPOSED BUILDING ACCESS
PARCEL 3
PROPOSED SEVERED LOT (South Semi-Detached Unit)
6th AVENUE WEST
(SEVERED) NOTE: ELEVATION IN METRES.
(C2) R5 ZONING A01-2025 REQUIRED PROPOSED COMPLIES
VARIANCE
MIN LOT FRONTAGE (6TH AVE. W.) 10.0 m 10.0 m 11.30 m YES
#1 BENCHMARK ELEV. - 210.884 m
(SCOTT STREET)
MIN LOT AREA * *249.80 m 2 *300 m 2 *231.76 m 2 NO
MAX LOT COVERAGE * *45 % *40 % *46.13 % NO
#2 BENCHMARK TOP OF NAIL IN HYDRO POLE NEAR THE SOUTH-EAST
CORNER OF SUBJECT PROPERTY (1010 6TH AVENUE WEST),
MIN FRONT YARD SETBACK * *6.0 m *6.5 m *6.0 m YES
AS SHOWN.
MIN REAR YARD SETBACK * *4.0 m *7.5 m *4.11 m YES
MIN INTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK 0.9 m 0 / 0.98 m 0.9 m YES
#2 BENCHMARK ELEV. - 210.674 m
MIN EXTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK 3.0 m 3.0 m N/A N/A CUT CROSS (823) IN CONCRETE NEAR FENCE CORNER
MAX BUILDING HEIGHT 10.0 m 10.0 m <10.0 m YES ON THE NORTH-WEST CORNER OF SUBJECT PROPERTY:
1010 6TH AVENUE WEST, AS SHOWN.
(*) PER COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF DECISION MINOR VARIANCE A01-2025 AND RELATED
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT CONSENT APPLICATION B01-2025. #3 BENCHMARK ELEV. - 210.413 m
TOP OF I.B. ON THE NORTH-WEST CORNER OF THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY, BETWEEN LOT 62 (606 10TH STREET WEST) AND
LOT COVERAGE CALCULATIONS LOT 63 (1038 6TH AVENUE WEST), AS SHOWN.
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL - R5 ZONING
THE POSITION OF POLE LINES, CONDUITS, WATERMAINS, SEWERS AND OTHER
UNDERGROUND AND OVERGROUND UTILITIES AND STRUCTURES IS NOT NECESSARILY
SHOWN ON THE CONTRACT DRAWINGS, AND, WHERE SHOWN, THE ACCURACY OF THE
POSITION OF SUCH UTILITIES AND STRUCTURES IS NOT GUARANTEED.
PARCEL 1 (RETAINED) - EXISTING DWELLING
(ADJUSTED) BEFORE STARTING WORK, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL INFORM HIMSELF OF THE EXACT
LOCATION OF ALL SUCH UTILITIES AND STRUCTURES, AND SHALL ASSUME ALL
OVERALL LOT AREA 379.25 m 2 LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE TO THEM.
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10.b Report OP-26-041 from the Manager of Public Works and Engineering Re: Grey County Urban Road Transfer Update
Council approved an enhanced Version B+ funding framework effective June 1, 2027, directing staff to proceed with transfer agreements for approximately 15.37 km of urban roads and 11 traffic signals in Owen Sound. The City received a comprehensive funding package comprising $11.26 million in transition support, $3.30 million for development charges, specific operational cost allocations totaling $231,746, and traffic signal funds of $183,951 to assume responsibility for 11 intersections. Staff will conduct detailed due diligence on transferred assets to assess condition information and long-term financial implications while completing a service delivery review for staffing and fleet requirements. The team must update asset management forecasts to incorporate the new infrastructure and evaluate impacts to the 2027 Operating Budget, bringing forward recommended adjustments through late 2026 operating cycles and spring 2027 capital planning. A total funding amount of $42,821,786 is detailed for urban road transfers across multiple municipalities including Chatsworth and Grey Highlands. The proposal establishes a minimum annual transitional payment based on an assumption that the Ten Year Transportation Capital Plan will increase by 5.0% each year, resulting in a total transfer payment of $30,084,538 over ten years to ensure funding stability through 2037.
Council Approved the Version B+ Model Providing $15.25 Million Transition Funding
Grey County Council endorsed an enhanced Version B+ funding framework effective June 1, 2027, directing staff to proceed with transfer agreements for approximately 15.37 km of urban roads and 11 traffic signals in Owen Sound.
City Staff Will Complete Due Diligence on the Transfer Agreements Before Assuming
The City received a funding package comprising $11.26 million in transition support, $3.30 million for development charges, and specific allocations for operational costs totaling $231,746 plus traffic signal funds of $183,951 to assume responsibility for 11 intersections.
Staff Report OP-26-041 Outlines Due Diligence for Transferring 15.37 Km
City staff will conduct detailed due diligence on transferred assets to assess condition information and long-term financial implications while completing a service delivery review for staffing and fleet requirements. The team must update asset management forecasts to incorporate the new infrastructure and evaluate impacts to the 2027 Operating Budget, bringing forward recommended adjustments through late 2026 operating cycles and spring 2027 capital planning.
$42,821,786 in 2027 Through 2037 Total Funding
The report details a total funding amount of $42,821,786 for urban road transfers across multiple municipalities including Chatsworth and Grey Highlands.
Minimum Transitional Payment Based on 5.0% Annual Increase the Total Transitional Funding
The proposal establishes a minimum annual transitional payment based on an assumption that the Ten Year Transportation Capital Plan will increase by 5.0% each year, which would be a total transfer payment of $30,084,538 over ten years to ensure funding stability through 2037.
Attachment 1: County Road Transfer Map
The document presents Attachment 1, a County Road Transfer Map for the Secondary Settlement Area received on February 19, 2026.
Agenda item 10.b: Report OP-26-041 from the Manager of Public Works and Engineering Re: Grey County Urban Road Transfer Update
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Attachment: Grey County Urban Road Transfer Update - OP-26-041.pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Mason Bellamy, Manager of Public Works and Engineering
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: OP-26-041
Subject: Grey County Urban Road Transfer Update
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report OP-26-041 respecting an update on the
Grey County Urban Road Transfer, City Council receives the report for
information purposes.
Highlights:
Grey County Council has endorsed the Urban Road Transfer framework
and directed staff to proceed with road transfer agreements and a legal
transfer date of June 1, 2027.
The County-approved Version B+ funding model includes enhanced
transition funding, payment certainty, and additional protections
requested by municipalities.
Owen Sound is proposed to assume approximately 15.37 km of
County roads and 11 traffic signals, representing the largest share
of the urban road transfers in Grey County.
The City is projected to receive approximately $15.25 million in
transition funding, development charge transfers, operational support,
traffic signal funding, and identified capital contributions in exchange
for what staff believe to be in excess of $87 million in assets not
including traffic signals or structures.
County Council directed that all available condition assessments,
inspection records, asset inventories, capital planning information, and
known infrastructure deficiencies be provided to receiving
municipalities before agreements are executed.
Staff Report OP-26-041: Grey County Urban Road Transfer Update
City staff continue to review the proposed funding model, transfer
agreements, asset condition information, and long-term financial
impacts.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Previous Report/Authority:
Report OP-26-007 Re: Grey County Urban Road Transfer
Background:
As outlined in Staff Report OP-26-007, Grey County's 2014 Transportation
Master Plan identified several urban road segments that may be more
appropriately owned and maintained by local municipalities. Since 2023,
Grey County have been engaged in discussions regarding the transfer of
urban roads and selected road exchanges intended to better align
jurisdictional responsibility with local service delivery and infrastructure
planning.
An Urban Road and Road Exchange Task Force was established by Grey
County to review the proposed transfers, associated funding models,
operating impacts and implementation strategies. The Task Force met on
May 26, 2026, with representatives from all affected municipalities, including
staff from the City of Owen Sound, to review several funding scenarios and
provide recommendations to County Council.
During Task Force discussions, municipal representatives raised concerns
regarding:
Adequacy and reliability of transition funding;
Recognition of urban operating and lifecycle costs;
Development charge allocation methodology;
Traffic signal maintenance responsibilities;
Short-term capital needs and asset condition;
Long-term financial risk associated with assuming County
infrastructure; and
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The need for complete infrastructure records and condition
information prior to transfer.
Following consideration of the Task Force recommendations, Grey County
Council’s Committee of the Whole passed a motion for an enhanced Version
B+ framework on June 25, 2026, which included additional protections
respecting minimum funding increases, operational cost support, information
disclosure requirements and payment certainty. The motion was adopted in
the approved minutes by Grey County Council on July 9, 2026.
Analysis and Options:
While the County's decision does not fully achieve the outcome sought by the
City and other lower-tier municipalities, the Version B+ framework
represents a significant improvement over the initial proposals and may
reflect the most practical outcome available given Grey County's financial
constraints.
Throughout the Urban Road Transfer discussions, municipalities consistently
advocated for increased capital funding, recognition of ongoing operating
costs, certainty of future payments, and greater protection against inheriting
infrastructure liabilities. The final framework adopted by County Council
incorporates many of these concerns through enhanced transition funding,
annual funding escalators, operational funding support, and traffic signal
funding.
From the County's perspective, Council was required to balance municipal
concerns against its own long-term financial sustainability. The funding
package approved under Version B+ represents a substantial financial
commitment by Grey County over a ten-year period and will create additional
budget pressures that must be accommodated through future County
financial plans.
Although the City would have preferred a funding model that more fully
offsets the long-term lifecycle, rehabilitation, and operational costs
associated with the transferred assets, the approved framework provides
materially greater financial support and certainty than earlier options
considered during the Task Force process. The inclusion of operational
funding, indexed transition payments, and the removal of annual budget
approval contingencies reduces some of the financial risk that would
otherwise be assumed by the City.
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Staff's review indicates that important financial and asset management risks
remain, particularly regarding future rehabilitation requirements and lifecycle
replacement costs beyond the transition period. However, given the County's
fiscal realities and the need to establish a transfer framework acceptable to
multiple municipalities, Version B+ may represent the best achievable
compromise available through the negotiations.
Version B+ Summary
Version B+ was not one of the original funding models presented by Grey
County staff. Rather, it emerged through amendments made by County
Council during consideration of the Urban Road Transfer recommendations
after receiving feedback from affected municipalities through the Urban Road
and Road Exchange Task Force.
The Version B+ framework was developed as a compromise between the
County's financial capacity and municipal concerns regarding the long-term
costs of assuming ownership of County infrastructure.
Key components include:
Transfer of urban roads and traffic signals to local municipalities
effective June 1, 2027.
Ten-year transition funding based on a full-lane replacement model,
providing municipalities with funding to help address future capital
rehabilitation needs.
Annual funding increases of the greater of 5 per cent or the
increase in Grey County's major construction capital budget,
helping preserve the value of future payments.
Five years of declining operational funding to assist municipalities
with maintenance, winter control, inspections, administration,
insurance, and other operating costs associated with the
transferred infrastructure.
Traffic signal funding for municipalities assuming signalized
intersections.
Development charge transfers to recognize growth-related
infrastructure costs associated with transferred roads.
Enhanced information-sharing requirements, obligating the County
to provide available condition assessments, CCTV records, asset
inventories, capital planning information, inspections, and known
deficiencies before transfer agreements are finalized.
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Removal of annual budget contingency language, providing greater
certainty that approved transition funding will be paid.
Financial Supports
Under the Version B+ framework, the City of Owen Sound is expected to
receive approximately $15.25 million in funding and related contributions,
which is an increase of approximately $5.72 million from the $9.52 million
the County recommended in March, in exchange for assuming ownership of
approximately 15.37 km of County roads and 11 traffic signals, two bridges,
several structures, and storm infrastructure.
The funding package is comprised of several components designed to
address both the immediate and long-term impacts of the transfer:
$11.26 million in transition funding paid over a 10-year period to
support future road rehabilitation and reconstruction needs.
$3.30 million in development charge one-time transfers to
recognize growth-related infrastructure investments associated with
the transferred road network.
$231,746 paid over five years in operational transition funding to
help offset additional maintenance, winter control, inspection,
administration, insurance, and operational costs incurred by the
City during the transition period.
$183,951 paid over five years in traffic signal funding recognizing
the City's assumption of responsibility for 11 signalized
intersections.
$269,010 in one-time funding towards capital projects, potentially
the Grey Road 5 hill at Harrison Park, providing additional project-
specific support beyond development charge allocations.
The funding model and yearly specifics can be found on the Version B+
Roads Exchange Funding Table that was provided by the County and
included as Attachment 1.
Separate from the funding package, the City has historically recovered costs
associated with winter maintenance of County roads which will no longer be
recovered. While the City will continue to be responsible for the winter
maintenance of the roads, the annual amount of this lost revenue source is
approximately $140,000.
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Transitional Work Plan
City staff will be required to undertake a significant amount of due diligence,
financial planning, operational review, and implementation work prior to the
proposed transfer date of June 1, 2027. While the Version B+ framework
establishes the funding and transition principles, City staff must undertake a
comprehensive review to ensure the City is prepared to assume ownership,
operation, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of the transferred
infrastructure. Key activities anticipated between now and the transfer date
include:
1. Review and Negotiate Transfer Agreements
o Complete a detailed review of the proposed transfer
agreements, funding commitments, payment schedules, asset
condition disclosures, liability provisions, and outstanding
capital obligations in the fall of 2026.
o Continue discussions with Grey County to address any
unresolved issues identified through the due diligence process
in the fall of 2026.
2. Complete Asset and Financial Due Diligence
o Review condition assessments, inspection records, CCTV data,
asset inventories, and known infrastructure deficiencies
provided by Grey County in the winter of 2026/2027.
o Confirm the current condition of transferred assets and identify
future rehabilitation and replacement requirements.
3. Undertake a Service Delivery Review
o As identified in previous staff reports, complete a service
review to determine the operational resources required to
maintain the expanded road network and traffic signal system.
o Assess staffing requirements within Public Works, Engineering,
and related service areas, including any additional positions,
equipment, training, or operational support required to
maintain service levels.
o Complete the service review report for Council in late 2026/
early 2027.
4. Update the 2027 Capital Budget and Long-Term Capital Plan
o Incorporate the transferred roads, traffic signals, and
associated infrastructure into the City's asset management and
capital planning programs.
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o Review and adjust the 2027 Capital Budget and long-range
capital forecast to address anticipated rehabilitation,
reconstruction, and lifecycle replacement requirements in
January of 2027.
o Determine how transition funding and development charge
transfers will be allocated to future capital projects and reserve
strategies.
5. Review Impacts to the 2027 Operating Budget
o Assess the operating impacts associated with assuming
responsibility for the transferred infrastructure, including
winter maintenance, traffic signal operations, inspections,
pavement management, drainage maintenance, utility locates,
engineering support, insurance, and administration.
o Develop recommendations for incorporation into the 2027 and
future operating budget processes, including the use of
temporary transition funding provided through Version B+.
6. Review Existing Contracts and Service Agreements
o Evaluate existing City and County contracts that may be
affected by the transfer, including pavement marking, roadside
maintenance, winter control, traffic signal maintenance,
materials supply, engineering services, and other operational
agreements.
o Identify opportunities to amend, consolidate, or re-tender
contracts to accommodate the expanded infrastructure
inventory.
7. Update Asset Management and Lifecycle Planning
o Incorporate the transferred assets into the City's Asset
Management Plan and lifecycle forecasting models.
o Refine long-term funding strategies to address the
infrastructure liabilities that will remain after the 10-year
transition funding period expires.
8. Return to Council with Final Recommendations
o Present the results of the due diligence review, service delivery
review, staffing analysis, financial assessment, budget impacts,
and transfer agreement negotiations.
o Provide Council with a final recommendation regarding
execution of the transfer agreements and implementation of
the Urban Road Transfer Program in the spring of 2027.
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Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The financial implications of the Urban Road Transfer will be incorporated
into the City's annual budget process, future asset management, and long-
term financial planning. The transition funding provided through the County's
Version B+ framework will be reviewed alongside the operating, capital, and
lifecycle requirements associated with the transferred assets to ensure that
funding is allocated in a manner that supports both short-term
implementation and long-term sustainability.
Any recommended budget adjustments, reserve allocations, capital project
changes, or funding strategies arising from this review will be brought
forward through the annual budget process, multi-year capital plans, and
future asset management updates to ensure Council has the information
necessary to make informed financial decisions regarding the long-term
stewardship of the transferred assets.
Human Resources
As identified in the previous staff report, the transfer of approximately 15.37
km of roadway infrastructure, associated stormwater assets, bridges and
retaining walls, and 11 traffic signals are expected to increase operational
and maintenance requirements within the Public Works and Engineering
Department. Prior analysis suggested the need for an additional three staff.
Staff will undertake a detailed service delivery review to assess staffing,
supervision, training, and resource requirements and will report any
recommendations to Council as part of a future report including the
implementation planning process.
Time and Scheduling
With Grey County Council's approval of the Urban Road Transfer framework
and the proposed transfer date of June 1, 2027, City staff will undertake a
structured implementation process to prepare for the assumption of
ownership, operation, and maintenance responsibilities associated with the
transferred roads and related infrastructure.
Prior to the transfer date, staff will:
Complete the review and finalization of transfer agreements and
associated funding arrangements.
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Undertake detailed due diligence on transferred assets, including
condition information, lifecycle requirements, and long-term
financial implications.
Complete a service delivery review to determine staffing,
organizational structure, fleet, technology, and operational
requirements necessary to support the expanded infrastructure
inventory.
Review and update asset management, capital forecasts, etc. to
incorporate the transferred assets.
Assess the impacts to the 2027 Operating Budget and Multi-Year
Capital Plan and bring forward any recommended adjustments
through the normal budgeting cycles in late 2026 (operating) and
the spring of 2027 (capital).
Review contracts, service agreements, and procurement
requirements affected by the transfer and identify any required
amendments or replacement contracts.
Integrate the transferred roads, traffic signals, stormwater
infrastructure, structures, and related assets into the City's
operational, maintenance, inspection, and reporting programs.
Report back to Council on the results of the implementation review
and any recommended staffing, budget, policy, or service delivery
changes required to support a successful transition.
This work will be coordinated through the City's asset management, financial
planning, and 2027 budget processes to ensure the City is operationally and
financially prepared for the transfer of approximately 15.37 km of roadway
infrastructure and associated assets on June 1, 2027.
Technology and Infrastructure
The transfer of County roads and related infrastructure will likely require
additional fleet assets, software, hardware, asset management resources,
and technology systems to support increased operational and maintenance
responsibilities. Staff will review technology, fleet, and infrastructure
requirements as part of the implementation planning process and incorporate
any recommended changes into future budget and business planning
discussions.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
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Communication and Engagement:
As the transfer of County roads represents a significant change in
infrastructure ownership and service delivery responsibilities, staff will
develop and implement a communications plan to ensure residents,
businesses, developers, and other stakeholders are informed throughout the
transition process.
The communications plan will focus on:
Explaining the purpose and scope of the road transfer and the
infrastructure being assumed by the City.
Communicating the operational and service delivery implications of
the transfer.
Clarifying any changes to public reporting, customer service
processes, construction coordination, permits, maintenance
responsibilities, and service requests.
Providing residents with clear information ahead of the June 1,
2027, transfer date regarding service responsibilities and points of
contact.
Communication tools may include the City's website, social media channels,
media releases, and public information materials.
The overall communications objective will be to ensure the public
understands that the transfer represents a change in ownership and
responsibility for certain road assets, while maintaining confidence in the
City's ability to continue delivering safe and reliable transportation
infrastructure services.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Director of Corporate Services
Attachments:
1. Version B+ Roads Exchange Funding Table
2. County Road Transfer Map
Reviewed by:
Lara Widdifield, Director of Public Works and Engineering
Staff Report OP-26-041: Grey County Urban Road Transfer Update
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Mason Bellamy, Manager
of Public Works and Engineering at mbellamy@owensound.ca or 519-376-
4440 ext. 3300.
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Attachment: Attachment 1 - Version B+ Roads Exchange Funding Table.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53359
Version B+ (Council supported June 25, 2026)
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Municipality Total Chatsworth Grey Highlands Hanover Meaford Owen Sound Southgate West Grey
Mountains Bluffs
Number of kms 54.14 5.66 0.37 - 4.12 14.10 3.19 15.37 2.74 8.60
% of Urban Roads Transferred 100.00% 11.06% 0.67% 0.00% 8.27% 22.04% 5.46% 31.71% 5.75% 15.04%
Number of Traffic Signals 29.00 1.00 - - 2.00 12.00 2.00 11.00 - 1.00
Percentage of Traffic Signals 85.29% 2.94% 0.00% 0.00% 5.88% 35.29% 5.88% 32.35% 0.00% 2.94%
Transitional Funding 2027 $ 1,445,388 $ 159,833 $ 9,653 $ - $ 119,523 $ 318,586 $ 78,988 $ 458,361 $ 83,052 $ 217,392
Traffic Light Funding 2027 $ 91,515 $ 3,156 $ - $ - $ 6,311 $ 37,868 $ 6,311 $ 34,712 $ - $ 3,156
Operational Funding 2027 $ 144,223 $ 15,948 $ 963 $ - $ 11,926 $ 31,789 $ 7,882 $ 45,736 $ 8,287 $ 21,692
Capital Transfer 2027 $ 2,420,229 $ 1,395,000 $ - $ - $ 316,743 $ - $ 439,476 $ 269,010 $ - $ -
Development Charges 2027 $ 5,514,527 $ 216,699 $ - $ - $ - $ 923,260 $ - $ 3,302,921 $ 113,653 $ 957,992
2027 Total Funding 2027 $ 9,615,881 $ 1,790,636 $ 10,616 $ - $ 454,504 $ 1,311,503 $ 532,657 $ 4,110,741 $ 204,993 $ 1,200,232
Transitional Funding 2028 $ 2,661,658 $ 294,329 $ 17,776 $ - $ 220,100 $ 586,671 $ 145,455 $ 844,064 $ 152,940 $ 400,323
Traffic Light Funding 2028 $ 140,571 $ 4,847 $ - $ - $ 9,695 $ 58,167 $ 9,695 $ 53,320 $ - $ 4,847
Operational Funding 2028 $ 314,409 $ 34,768 $ 2,100 $ - $ 25,999 $ 69,301 $ 17,182 $ 99,705 $ 18,066 $ 47,288
2028 Total Funding 2028 $ 3,116,638 $ 333,944 $ 19,876 $ - $ 255,794 $ 714,139 $ 172,331 $ 997,089 $ 171,006 $ 452,459
Transitional Funding 2029 $ 2,866,129 $ 316,939 $ 19,142 $ - $ 237,008 $ 631,740 $ 156,629 $ 908,906 $ 164,689 $ 431,076
Traffic Light Funding 2029 $ 110,877 $ 3,823 $ - $ - $ 7,647 $ 45,880 $ 7,647 $ 42,057 $ - $ 3,823
Operational Funding 2029 $ 197,128 $ 21,799 $ 1,317 $ - $ 16,301 $ 43,450 $ 10,773 $ 62,513 $ 11,327 $ 29,649
2029 Total Funding 2029 $ 3,174,134 $ 342,561 $ 20,459 $ - $ 260,956 $ 721,070 $ 175,048 $ 1,013,476 $ 176,016 $ 464,548
Transitional Funding 2030 $ 3,078,956 $ 340,474 $ 20,563 $ - $ 254,607 $ 678,650 $ 168,259 $ 976,398 $ 176,918 $ 463,087
Traffic Light Funding 2030 $ 79,962 $ 2,757 $ - $ - $ 5,515 $ 33,088 $ 5,515 $ 30,330 $ - $ 2,757
Operational Funding 2030 $ 75,024 $ 8,296 $ 501 $ - $ 6,204 $ 16,536 $ 4,100 $ 23,792 $ 4,311 $ 11,284
2030 Total Funding 2030 $ 3,233,941 $ 351,527 $ 21,064 $ - $ 266,326 $ 728,274 $ 177,874 $ 1,030,520 $ 181,229 $ 477,128
Transitional Funding 2031 $ 3,300,405 $ 364,962 $ 22,042 $ - $ 272,920 $ 727,461 $ 180,361 $ 1,046,624 $ 189,642 $ 496,393
Traffic Light Funding 2031 $ 47,774 $ 1,647 $ - $ - $ 3,295 $ 19,768 $ 3,295 $ 18,121 $ - $ 1,647
2031 Total Funding 2031 $ 3,348,179 $ 366,609 $ 22,042 $ - $ 276,215 $ 747,229 $ 183,656 $ 1,064,745 $ 189,642 $ 498,040
Transitional Funding 2032 $ 3,530,765 $ 390,435 $ 23,581 $ - $ 291,969 $ 778,236 $ 192,950 $ 1,119,675 $ 202,879 $ 531,040
Traffic Light Funding 2032 $ 14,263 $ 492 $ - $ - $ 984 $ 5,902 $ 984 $ 5,410 $ - $ 492
2032 Total Funding 2032 $ 3,545,028 $ 390,927 $ 23,581 $ - $ 292,953 $ 784,138 $ 193,934 $ 1,125,085 $ 202,879 $ 531,532
Transitional Funding 2033 $ 3,608,554 $ 416,927 $ 20,145 $ - $ 311,779 $ 831,040 $ 206,042 $ 1,195,647 $ 173,316 $ 453,658
2033 Total Funding 2033 $ 3,608,554 $ 416,927 $ 20,145 $ - $ 311,779 $ 831,040 $ 206,042 $ 1,195,647 $ 173,316 $ 453,658
Transitional Funding 2034 $ 3,674,460 $ 444,468 $ 16,107 $ - $ 332,375 $ 885,937 $ 219,652 $ 1,274,629 $ 138,573 $ 362,719
2034 Total Funding 2034 $ 3,674,460 $ 444,468 $ 16,107 $ - $ 332,375 $ 885,937 $ 219,652 $ 1,274,629 $ 138,573 $ 362,719
Transitional Funding 2035 $ 3,727,546 $ 473,095 $ 11,429 $ - $ 353,782 $ 942,998 $ 233,799 $ 1,356,724 $ 98,332 $ 257,387
2035 Total Funding 2035 $ 3,727,546 $ 473,095 $ 11,429 $ - $ 353,782 $ 942,998 $ 233,799 $ 1,356,724 $ 98,332 $ 257,387
Transitional Funding 2036 $ 3,772,204 $ 503,563 $ 6,083 $ - $ 376,565 $ 1,003,727 $ 248,856 $ 1,444,097 $ 52,332 $ 136,981
2036 Total Funding 2036 $ 3,772,204 $ 503,563 $ 6,083 $ - $ 376,565 $ 1,003,727 $ 248,856 $ 1,444,097 $ 52,332 $ 136,981
Transitional Funding 2037 $ 2,005,221 $ 221,739 $ 13,392 $ - $ 165,817 $ 441,982 $ 109,582 $ 635,895 $ 115,221 $ 301,593
2037 Total Funding 2037 $ 2,005,221 $ 221,739 $ 13,392 $ - $ 165,817 $ 441,982 $ 109,582 $ 635,895 $ 115,221 $ 301,593
Total Funding $ 42,821,786 $ 5,635,997 $ 184,794 $ - $ 3,347,064 $ 9,112,037 $ 2,453,431 $ 15,248,648 $ 1,703,539 $ 5,136,277
Total Transitional Funding $ 33,671,286 $ 3,926,764 $ 179,913 $ - $ 2,936,445 $ 7,827,028 $ 1,940,573 $ 11,261,020 $ 1,547,894 $ 4,051,649
Total Traffic Light Funding $ 484,961 $ 16,723 $ - $ - $ 33,446 $ 200,673 $ 33,446 $ 183,951 $ - $ 16,723
Total Operational Funding $ 730,783 $ 80,811 $ 4,881 $ - $ 60,430 $ 161,076 $ 39,936 $ 231,746 $ 41,991 $ 109,913
Total Capital Transfer $ 2,420,229 $ 1,395,000 $ - $ - $ 316,743 $ - $ 439,476 $ 269,010 $ - $ -
Total Development Charges $ 5,514,527 $ 216,699 $ - $ - $ - $ 923,260 $ - $ 3,302,921 $ 113,653 $ 957,992
Note on Transitional Funding Payments:
The total transitional funding of $33.67M in the table above is based on the assumption that the Ten Year Transportation Capital Plan will increase by an average of 7.32% per year. Because the
transitional payments are subject to change, Version B+ proposes that the transitional payments include a MINIMUM annual payment that would be based on the assumption that Grey County
includes a 5.0% increase each year to the Ten Year Transportation Capital Plan, which would be a total transfer payment of $30,084,538 over ten years. If the County were to have a larger
increase, the transitional payment would be calculated based on the larger payment, but would never be based on an increase lower than 5.0%. Table 3 below illustrates the total MINIMUM
transitional payment that would be made to each municipality over 2027-2037 based on an annual 5.0% increase to the Ten Year Transportation Capital Plan each year which would provide
funding stability throughout the transition period.
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Municipality Total Chatsworth Grey Highlands Hanover Meaford Owen Sound Southgate West Grey
Mountains Bluffs
Minimum total transitional payment $ 30,084,538 $ 3,499,805 $ 162,666 $ - $ 2,617,162 $ 6,975,990 $ 1,729,572 $ 10,036,602 $ 1,399,505 $ 3,663,236
Note on Traffic Light Transitional Funding Payments:
A five year decreasing operational traffic signal transitional funding is included in this model. It is based on Grey County's 2027 Projected Traffic Signal Maintenance Budget and prorates the 2027
and 2032 payments based on a June 1st transfer date. Grey County currently maintains 34 traffic signals and is proposing to download 29 (85.29%). The payments are proportional to the number
of traffic signals being downloaded to each municipality.
Note on Operational Transitional Funding Payments:
A four year decreasing operating transitional funding is based on Grey County's average cost per kilometer for Winter Control, with the 2027/2028 winter covered at 75% and decreasing by 25%
each winter season thereafter. The payments are proportional to the number of urban roads transferred. The County will either continue to provide winter maintenance and charge a percentage
back (increasing 25% per winter season) or cease maintenance activities and provide the funding as listed in Table 4.
Note on Development Charges:
A proposed transfer of a portion of the total collected Development Charges collected to date for projects identified within Urban Road Sections. This one-time transfer payment is based on a
proportional value of DC projects in those areas and the respective proportion of DC's collected.
Note on 2027 Capital Transfer Payment:
There have been four capital projects identified as short term asset needs. These projects include the Clarksburg Bridge, Grey Road 4 in Flesherton, Grey Road 12 in Meaford, and Grey Road 5,
Harrison Park Hill in Owen Sound. Three of these projects - the Clarksburg Bridge, Grey Road 4 and Grey Road 12 will be completed by Grey County, therefore, the amounts listed under the 2027
Capital Transfer for these three projects will not be a payment that is made to the municipality. A one time payment will be made to Owen Sound for the Harrison Park Hill for the City to complete
at their convenience. The 2027 Capital Transfer Payment to Owen Sound represents the project amount that is over and above Development Charges funding for this project. The total project is
estimated at $1,639,500, of which $1,370,490 is included within Owen Sound's Development Charges payment, leaving a one-time payment of $269,010 on top of the Development Charges
payment.
= Tapered down payments starting 2033
= Based on 2027 projected budget and prorated based on date of transfer
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Attachment: Attachment 2 - County Road Transfer Map.pdf
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Legend Owen Sound
County Road within Settlement Area for Transfer Consideration
Settlement Areas Length of County Road (Km): 15.39
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10.c Report OP-26-040 from the Manager of Public Works and Engineering Re: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
Council approved a $75,000 budget increase and authorised a contract change order for the Superior Street watermain replacement project to address remaining infrastructure needs. This initiative targets 190 metres of aged cast iron piping dating back to the 1950s–1960s by leveraging existing contractor mobilization from the nearby 9th Avenue East rehabilitation work. The additional funding covers potential asphalt cement price increases and unforeseen costs, ensuring project completion is scheduled for mid-October 2026.
Council Approves $75,000 Budget Increase and Contract Change Order for Replacing Remaining
Staff report OP-26-040 requests City Council approval for a project budget increase of $75,000 and authorization of a contract change order to replace the remaining 190 metres of aged cast iron watermain on Superior Street. This work leverages existing contractor mobilization from the nearby 9th Avenue East rehabilitation project to eliminate service disruptions caused by poor hydraulic performance in this final section of infrastructure dating back to the 1950s–1960s.
Staff Recommend Increasing Contingency Funding for Superior Street Watermain Replacement
The estimated value of extras and recommended works for the Superior Street watermain replacement is $442,289, which fits within current contingency funding. Staff recommend increasing this budget by an additional $75,000 from the water rate reserve to cover potential asphalt cement price increases and unforeseen costs through project completion in mid-October 2026.
Agenda item 10.c: Report OP-26-040 from the Manager of Public Works and Engineering Re: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
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Attachment: Superior Street Watermain Replacement - OP-26-040.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53376
Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Mason Bellamy, Manager of Public Works and Engineering
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: OP-26-040
Subject: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report OP-26-040 respecting the Superior
Street Watermain Replacement project, City Council:
1. Approves the project budget increase of $75,000, including the
non-refundable allocation of HST; and
2. Authorizes the Purchasing Agent to execute the Contract Change
Order for the replacement of the watermain from the current limits
of the 9th Avenue East rehabilitation project to the new watermain
completed during the 6th Street East Phase 2 looping watermain
project.
Highlights:
Replacing the remaining 190 metres of aged cast iron watermain
will complete the East Hill water distribution system upgrades and
eliminate the final cast iron section in the area.
The existing watermain has a history of breaks and poor hydraulic
performance, creating an elevated risk of service disruptions, low
water pressure events, and ongoing maintenance costs.
This work was originally included in and designed as part of the 9th
Avenue East Watermain Replacement project but was removed
prior to tender to ensure the project was within budget while
allowing a contingency buffer.
Staff Report OP-26-040: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
Now that the project has sufficiently advanced to be reasonably
comfortable that additional budget availability remains, staff
propose reintroducing the remaining section to the project.
Completing the work now leverages the existing contractor
mobilization and completed design, avoiding future engineering,
tendering, and construction mobilization costs.
Tatham Engineering supports proceeding with the replacement,
noting that the pricing is competitive and that completing the work
now provides the most cost-effective and operationally beneficial
solution for the City.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Previous Report/Authority:
CR-24-081 Award of RFT-24-011 – 9th Avenue East Looping Watermain –
Phase 2
CR-25-074 Award of RFT-25-008 - 9th Ave E - Road Rehabilitation and
Watermain Replacement
Background:
On May 26, 2025, City Council approved the award of Contract No. RFT 25-
008 9th Avenue East - Road Rehabilitation and Watermain Replacement at a
cost of $4,454,645.51 including the non-refundable allocation of HST, to E.C.
King Contracting, a Division of Miller Paving Limited. The primary focus of the
project was to improve municipal water supply security to a portion of the
East Hill Pressure Zone and the entirety of the East Hill Reduced Pressure
Zone, while also improving roadway infrastructure.
Before the watermain on 9th Avenue East could be replaced, the new East Hill
Pressure Zone "looping" watermain was constructed in two phases as part of
Project 22P.7. This work was completed on an existing City-owned corridor
and within private property easements located east of 9th Avenue East. Phase
1 (City-owned corridor) was completed in 2023, while Phase 2 (private
easements) was completed in 2024.
Staff Report OP-26-040: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
During the design phase of these two previous projects, it was anticipated
that the watermain between 9th Avenue East and the end of the Phase 2
looping watermain would be replaced as part of the 9th Avenue East road
rehabilitation project between 6th Street East and Superior Street, and the
detailed design for this work was completed at this time. However, this
component was ultimately removed from the project scope prior to tendering
to ensure the project would remain within budget, given the estimated cost
at that time and knowing that unforeseen subsurface complications could
arise through the course of construction.
The 9th Avenue East reconstruction project is now nearing completion and is
anticipated to achieve substantial completion by August 28, 2026, with the
majority of underground and roadway infrastructure works completed. The
project has advanced sufficiently to offer a reasonable level of comfort that
unspent contingency funds exist to execute the portion of watermain that
had previously been removed from the project.
There is approximately 190 metres of existing 150 mm diameter cast iron
watermain remaining on Superior Street between the new looping watermain
and 9th Avenue East. Based on available records, the watermain dates to the
1950s–1960s and has experienced five recorded main breaks since 1972.
Recent hydraulic testing has identified poor flow characteristics likely due to
tuberculation (an effect of corrosion leaving rust build-up, which restricts
flow by reducing the internal diameter of the pipe), and the section
represents the final remaining cast-iron link between recently upgraded PVC
watermain infrastructure in the area.
Analysis and Options:
The remaining section of metallic watermain has experienced multiple
failures (breaks) in the past, along with documented poor flow
characteristics. As there is a high likelihood of recurring operational and
maintenance issues if the existing watermain remains in service, this section
is considered a priority candidate for replacement to improve system
reliability and complete the intended East Hill water distribution network
improvements.
If the City does not proceed with the replacement of this section of
watermain, the water system will continue to have a higher likelihood of
failure in this small section of watermain, adding to additional operation and
maintenance costs. If the watermain feed from 9th Avenue East is disrupted
Staff Report OP-26-040: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
in either a break or by fire hydrant use, the water users served from this
portion of the network will continue to experience low or no water pressure
events.
If the City proceeds with replacing this section of watermain, the cast iron
pipe will be completely replaced in this area of the distribution system. With
new infrastructure, the likelihood of failures would be minimized, and flow
characteristics in the area would be restored to design specifications and
subsequently maintained if either feed is disrupted.
Currently, the City has a contractor on site that can complete this work. The
City’s consultant, Tatham Engineering, has reviewed the contemplated
change notice pricing and agrees that they are competitive. By proceeding
with the increase in scope, the City capitalizes on using a design that has
already been completed and a contractor who is already mobilized. This will
result in substantial savings over postponing the project to another
standalone or bundled construction contract.
Should Council approve the recommended increase in project scope, the
additional work will be authorized through a formal change order in
accordance with the City's Procurement Policy and the existing construction
contract. The change order will incorporate the contractor's quoted pricing,
revised contract value, and associated engineering and geotechnical services
required to complete the work. The change order will be executed following
Council approval and incorporated into the existing contract administration
process.
Tatham Engineering has provided a letter (as attached) that expresses the
benefits of proceeding with the replacement of the 190 metre cast watermain
on Superior Street as part of the 9th Avenue East road rehabilitation and
water replacement project.
Staff Report OP-26-040: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
As of July 21, 2026, approximately $479,460 remains in the project's original
$530,000 contingency allowance. Currently, there is approximately $125,600
of anticipated additional costs. These additional costs include asphalt cement
price index increases and watermain quantity increases on 9th Avenue East,
due to site conditions and other minor change orders.
E. C. King’s quote to complete the extra 190 metres of watermain on
Superior Street is $261,939. Additional engineering and geotechnical costs
are estimated at $54,750, bringing the total cost of the Superior Street
watermain scope of work to $316,689.
The combined value of the identified extras and recommended Superior
Street watermain works is estimated at $442,289, indicating that sufficient
contingency funding is currently available to accommodate these costs
should the optional work proceed.
Although it is anticipated that the available contingency budget would not be
exceeded by the recommended and known remaining work, given the
uncertainty in global energy markets and the pending “lame duck” period,
staff recommend that the contingency budget be increased by an additional
$75,000 funded from the water rate reserve. This will account for asphalt
cement price index increases, unit rate adjustments, and any remaining
unforeseen construction costs through project completion. It is considered
low risk that much, if any, of this additional funding will be necessary.
However, it is proposed that the funding be authorized to provide the basis
for a staff-approved change order, if necessary, during the later stages of the
project.
As per the new Procurement Policy effective August 1, 2026, a completed
project over-budgeting report will also be completed when the project is
formally closed by the project lead.
Human Resources
This is an existing project in staff’s work plan, and the additional scope can
be accommodated. Additionally, Tatham Engineering would remain retained
by the City to perform contract administration for the additional scope of
work.
Staff Report OP-26-040: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
Time and Scheduling
This additional work would add four to five weeks to the project. 9th Avenue
East would be fully open before the additional work commenced. The target
completion date would then be mid-October 2026.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
The recommendation supports the City's Climate Mitigation Plan.
Significant carbon emissions will have been saved by avoiding the contractor
demobilizing and remobilizing the site.
Communication and Engagement:
This report has been posted to the City’s website with the agenda in advance
of the meeting.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Engineering Technologist, Water Distribution Superintendent, Manager of
Water and Wastewater, and Purchasing and Claims Coordinator.
Attachments:
Tatham Engineering Supporting Letter
Reviewed by:
Lara Widdifield, Director of Public Works and Engineering
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Mason Bellamy, Manager
of Public Works and Engineering, at mbellamy@owensound.ca or 519-376-
4440 ext. 3300.
Staff Report OP-26-040: Superior Street Watermain Replacement
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Attachment: Tatham Engineering Supporting Letter.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53377
TATHAM ENGINEERING 115 Sandford Fleming Drive, Suite 200 Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 5A6 T 705-444-2565 E info@tathameng.com tathameng.com File 121387-3 July 21, 2026 Mason Bellamy Manager of Engineering Services City of Owen Sound 808 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 2H4 mbellamy@owensound.ca Re: 9th Avenue East - Road Rehabilitation & Watermain Replacement - Superior Street to 6th Street East, City of Owen Sound Superior Street Watermain Replacement Dear Mason: Further to our recent discussions, the City of Owen Sound (City) is evaluating the addition of 190 metres of watermain replacement on Superior Street to the active 9th Avenue East Road Rehabilitation & Watermain Replacement project. Per your request, Tatham Engineering (Tatham) has prepared this letter to outline the scope of work and summarize the benefits of completing the replacement in Fall 2026 as part of the above-noted project. SCOPE OF WORK The additional watermain work involves replacing 190 metres of watermain from the current project limit at the 930 Superior Street driveway to the 1010 Superior Street driveway. This additional section would connect directly to the Phase 2 looping watermain project installed in 2024 and extend to the new watermain being installed as part of the current 9th Avenue East project. If the City proceeds with this work, the entire watermain system in this area would be new. According to City records, the existing 150 millimetre diameter cast iron watermain was installed in the 1950s or 1960s. If the City proceeds with the additional work, the aged watermain will be replaced with a 200 millimetre diameter PVC watermain, including restoration of the disturbed areas. We note this section of watermain was originally included in the scope of the 9th Avenue East project but removed prior to tendering due to budget concerns by the City. BENEFITS OF REPLACEMENT We offer the following benefits of replacing the additional Superior Street watermain in 2026 as part of the 9th Avenue East project: Professional Engineers Ontario ASSOCIATION OF CONSULTING ENGINEERING COMPANIES ONTARIO PGO Authorized by PEO and PGO to offer professional services in the fields of Engineering and Geoscience in Ontario. Enhancing our communities
Mason Bellamy | City of Owen Sound 2
1. Significantly reduce the risk of watermain breaks and their associated costs and disruptions to customers. City operations staff have reported five breaks in this section of watermain since 1972. One specific break involved replacement of 1.5 metres of pipe, suggesting a catastrophic failure and/or inadequate pipe quality for the repair.
2. Improve domestic and fire flows. This year, City staff received complaints about reduced water pressure on 9th Avenue East south of Superior Street, which is fed directly from the section of aged watermain in need of replacement. City staff advised they observed reduced cross sectional area in the pipe from calcification in the pipe during watermain repairs. These flow restrictions present issues for both domestic water use and fire fighting.
3. Bring the water distribution system in the area up to current standards. From 2023 to 2026, three watermain construction contracts in this area of the City have replaced 1.9 kilometres of watermain. This 190 metre section is the only remaining section that is under 200 millimetre diameter and a material other than the City’s standard PVC pipe.
4. Taking advantage of economies of scale. The contractor on 9th Avenue East is already mobilized, and as such, the City can realize a cost savings by adding the Superior Street watermain to the scope of work in Fall 2026. Completing the watermain replacement as a standalone project would have separate procurement, mobilization and traffic control costs that we expect would significantly increase the cost of the work.
CLOSING
Given the benefits of replacing the 190 metre section of watermain Superior Street as part of the City’s current contract for the 9th Avenue East project, we recommend proceeding with the work in Fall 2026. Should you have any questions or comments pertaining to the additional watermain work, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Yours truly,
Tatham Engineering Limited
Mark Figueroa P.Eng.
Engineer, Group Leader – Municipal
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10.d Report CR-26-071 from the Manager of Corporate Services Re: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
The Manager of Corporate Services requests authorization to issue a Request for Proposals for an independent assessment of the Owen Sound Police Service Facility located at 922 2nd Avenue West, utilising $100,000 from Development Charges and Reserves. This strategic review will analyse space utilization, staffing levels, and compliance with modern legislative requirements to determine if refurbishment or a new facility is fiscally responsible given projected population growth in 2027. A Building Condition Assessment conducted by McIntosh Perry Limited identified critical status via a Facility Condition Index of 49.0%, highlighting urgent needs such as replacing sealants at window and door interfaces, updating HVAC systems due to air balancing issues, and addressing code violations including undersized stair guards.
$100,000 Budget Approved from Development Charges and Reserves
The Manager of Corporate Services requests authorization to issue a Request for Proposals for an independent assessment of the Owen Sound Police Service facility needs.
Report CR-26-071 Requests Funding for a Strategic Facilities Needs Assessment
The Manager of Corporate Services requests funding to conduct a comprehensive strategic needs assessment for the aging Owen Sound Police Service station located on 2nd Avenue East. This professional review will analyze space utilization, staffing levels, and compliance with modern legislative requirements such as the Community Safety and Policing Act 2019 and O. Reg. 392/23 to determine if refurbishment or a new facility is fiscally responsible.
Project Assesses Facility Needs for the Owen Sound Police Service
Projected population growth from two major apartment projects completing in 2027 necessitates planning for increased service needs at the Owen Sound Police Service facility located at 922 2nd Avenue West. The project scope includes conducting a space needs assessment by November 2026 and updating costs based on the June 2024 building condition report to inform capital budgeting in 2027.
Facility Features a Cummins 125-kw Emergency Generator at the East Side
The Owen Sound Police Service facility utilizes a single-stage fire alarm system with smoke and heat detectors, ABC extinguishers, carbon monoxide detection at the Sally Port, and a Cummins 125-kW emergency generator located on the east side. Vertical transportation relies on a Federal hydraulic elevator installed in 2008 that is misaligned vertically and requires access control to prevent public entry to the 2nd floor, alongside an original dumbwaiter recommended for removal. Mechanical systems include two gas-fired condensing boilers heating hydronic mains while requiring replacement within ten years, plus a roof-top air handling unit slated for replacement in five years due to age and R-22 refrigerant use.
Mcintosh Perry Limited Conducted a Building Condition Assessment at 922 2nd Avenue
McIntosh Perry Limited was retained by the City of Owen Sound to conduct a Building Condition Assessment at 922 2nd Avenue West, which included an on-site inspection conducted on April 23, 2023. The assessment evaluated sitework, structure, building exterior and interior conditions, as well as electrical, mechanical, and fire safety systems for the two-storey facility constructed in 1969/1970.
Assessment of Facility at 922 2nd Avenue West Reviewed Drawings, Air Quality
The assessment reviewed architectural and mechanical drawings alongside reports from DEI Consulting Engineers regarding electrical facilities and Garland Canada Inc. concerning roof conditions, while also examining air quality studies conducted by W. Pantelmann Incorporated between April 2014 and September 2019. Site visits included visual inspections of the facility at 922 2nd Avenue West in Owen Sound to evaluate accessible areas, attics, basements, and exterior grounds such as parking lots and retaining walls without intrusive testing or hazardous substance surveys.
Construction Replacement Value (crv) Is Calculated from RS Means Square Foot Costs
The BCA report defines construction replacement value based on current market pricing and regulations, while establishing specific thresholds where like-for-like components are replaced unless cost-benefit analysis supports higher standards.
Facility Condition Index Is 49.0 Percent Indicating Critical Condition
The document defines technical terms for a building condition assessment, including Gross Area and Facility Condition Index (FCI), which was calculated at 49.0% to indicate critical status.
Air Balancing Issues Require HVAC Updates While Code Violations Include Undersized Stair
The assessment identifies air balancing issues at the Dispatch Office and recommends updating the HVAC system, initiating a full building automation program, and developing an operation and maintenance policy. Code compliance requires repairs to stair guards that are less than 42 inches above finished floor, non-contrasting stair nosings, roof access ladder guards under 42 inches AFF, and firestopping breaches in service rooms.
Foundations Are Sound with Only Minor Grade-level Cracks Noted on Exterior Walls
The facility assessment identifies poured concrete foundations in good condition at the original building site, while minor exterior wall cracking is observed but requires no immediate repair.
Roof Construction Remains Sound with No Notable Movement or Cracking Noted
The roof structure at the addition is in good fair-to-good condition and expected to last the life of the building, while major repairs are not anticipated for precast concrete hollow core slabs spanning full width on masonry block walls.
Sealant Failure at Window and Door Interfaces Requires Urgent Replacement While 1969
The assessment identifies poor condition sealants requiring replacement within the short term, alongside aluminum framed windows installed in fixed configurations that have exceeded their service life and necessitate immediate replacement due to inefficiencies.
Overhead Door Frames Show Corrosion While Roof Sections Exhibit Ponding and Blister
The facility assessment identifies fair to poor conditions on overhead doors at 922 2nd Avenue West, requiring short-term replacements or long-term refurbishment under operations and maintenance budgets.
Roof Components Require Long-term Replacement While Interior Doors Show Mixed Conditions Needing
The assessment identifies a roof access ladder at 922 2nd Avenue West that is in good condition but requires guard height modification, alongside flashings rated fair due to unsealed seams and lack of slope on lower roofs.
Wood Storage Closets Are Installed Throughout the Main Floor While Metal Lockers
The facility assessment identifies wood cabinets and laminate countertops in good condition at various locations including Meeting Rooms 240, 117, and 217, as well as a reception area with vinyl plank flooring.
Laminate Wood Countertops at 1st Floor Washrooms Need Updating But Those
The assessment identifies laminate wood countertops on the first-floor washrooms as requiring short-term updates due to general wear while second-floor locker room counters remain in good condition for long-term use.
Fair Vinyl Tile Flooring Requires Replacement While Painted Concrete Floors Show Notable
The assessment identifies fair to good conditions for resilient floor finishes and painted surfaces throughout the police service facility at 922 2nd Avenue West.
Interior Walls Are Predominantly Painted Masonry Block While Metal Stud Framing Is
The facility assessment identifies interior walls as predominantly painted masonry block with metal stud framing, noting that partitions and gypsum board remain in good condition without anticipated replacement needs.
Plumbing Fixtures Require Long-term Updates While Emergency Eyewash Stations Need Replacement
The assessment identifies plumbing fixtures in good condition at the Police Service facility but recommends long-term updates for items including vitreous clay wall-mounted units and industrial holding cell sinks.
Domestic Water Equipment Requires Long-term Replacement While Gas Supply System Remains Good
The assessment identifies domestic water equipment in good condition requiring long-term replacement of the backflow preventer and hose stations at Owen Sound Police Services.
Boilers, Air Handling Units, and Package Units Require Replacement
The Owen Sound Police Service facility assessment identifies several HVAC components requiring replacement, including gas-fired boilers nearing the end of their service life by 2031 and a Carrier air handling unit in poor condition that must be replaced with two separate handlers to improve efficiency. The report also notes fair-condition package units utilizing R-22 refrigerant needing short-term replacement due to ozone depletion concerns, alongside fuel-fired unit heaters requiring long-term updates.
Reznor Fuel Fired Unit Heaters, Liebert Condenser Units, and Evaporator Sections
Fuel-fired unit heaters and direct expansion systems installed between 2006 and 2008 are currently rated as fair or good condition but require long-term replacement.
Keeprite Condensers at Roof Top Require Long-term Replacement
Three Keeprite air-cooled condensers installed in 2013, 2014, and 2017 are currently in good condition but require long-term replacement due to their approaching life cycles.
Evaporators Require Immediate Attention Whereas Hot Water Distribution Components Are Sound
The assessment identifies a Heat Controller Inc. evaporator at the Dispatch Room requiring short-term replacement due to its fair condition, while heating circulation pumps and black steel piping remain in good state for long-term service.
Exhaust Fans and Shrouds Require Replacement
Roof-mounted downblast exhaust fans in fair to poor condition require long-term replacement while goose neck shrouds need immediate attention.
Sprinkler Systems Installed in 2006 Require Localized Repairs While Foam Suppression Units
The sprinkler water supply equipment installed in 2006 is rated good but requires localized repairs and allows for long-term refurbishment, while the foam generating systems from 2022 are also in good condition yet need replacement over the long term. Wall-mounted fire extinguishers located throughout the building remain in good serviceable condition pending regular maintenance by Georgian Bay Fire & Safety Ltd. The main switchboards rated at 1600-A and motor control centers rated at 600-V are both beyond their useful service life, necessitating immediate updates including transfer switches for the former and full replacement for the latter.
Multiple Electrical Panels Throughout the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Are Currently
Multiple electrical panels throughout the Owen Sound Police Service facility are currently in good or fair condition but require long-term replacement.
Federal Pioneer and CGE Distribution Panels Require Short-term or Long-term Replacement
Electrical panels in the Owen Sound Police Services facility are assessed as being in good or fair condition, with specific units requiring replacement either immediately due to poor status or over the long term based on their life cycle ratings.
Federal Pioneer Disconnects Require Immediate Attention While Other Enclosed Circuit Breakers Need
Enclosed circuit breakers and disconnects at various locations within the facility are generally rated good but require long-term replacement due to aging components, while specific Penthouse Mechanical Room devices show poor condition necessitating immediate updates.
T8 Fluorescent Lighting and Par/cfl Pot Lights Remain Functional Across Floors But
Lighting fixtures at the Owen Sound Police Service facility are generally in good condition with adequate illumination levels, though some have already been converted to LED types while others require short-term replacement.
Dispatch Systems Remain Functional While Telephone Equipment Located in Specific Rooms Requires
Intercommunications hardware and software installed throughout the building are in good condition with replacement responsibilities assigned to Police Services.
One Transfer Switch Requires Short-term Addition for Power Division
The assessment identifies a single transfer switch rated at 600-V, 225-A that requires short-term addition to support power division between life safety and non-life safety categories.
Parking Lots Show Mixed Surfacing Conditions Requiring Long-term Asphaltic Concrete Replacement
Poured concrete aprons and curbing at the parking lots are in good to fair condition with minor deterioration or cracking requiring long-term replacement or repairs based on a percentage of total cost. Asphaltic concrete surfacing installed at north and west drives exhibits notable settlement and cracking, necessitating full replacement over thirty years while miscellaneous access gates remain functional until 2042. Decorative metal fencing along lot lines is in good condition for localized areas whereas wood fencing requires end-of-service life replacement.
Garbage Enclosure, Landscaping, and Underground Piping Are in Good Condition While Gas
The assessment identifies fair to poor conditions requiring long-term replacement or refurbishment at the Owen Sound Police Service facility located on 922 2nd Avenue West.
Wall Mounted Incandescent Controls Need Updating While Seven Powco Steel Lamp Standards
Exterior lighting fixtures at roof level, mechanical room access points, and east elevation bollard lights require short-term replacement due to poor or fair conditions.
Reports for Energy Audit, Destructive Testing, Roof Inspection, Design Specifications, Retro-commissioning, Illumination
The facility at 922 2nd Avenue West lacks available energy audit and destructive testing reports, while roof inspection data is incomplete regarding components. As-built drawings are unavailable for review, retro-commissioning reports do not exist, and emergency lighting relies on a generator without predictive quality measurements.
Report Presents a Table of Estimated Annual Expenditures for the Owen Sound
The report presents a table of estimated annual expenditures for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility spanning from 2023 to 2053, with an assumed construction inflation rate of zero percent.
$90,000 Requested for Item B201011 Alongside $367,500 Allocated to Line B201001
The financial data for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility needs assessment lists specific budget line items including a request of $90,000 under code B201011 and an amount of $367,500 associated with code B201001.
$250,800 Is Listed Under Code C102001 in the Facility Needs Assessment Budget
The report details specific budget line items for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment. Identified costs include amounts of $15,600 and $250,800 allocated to various service codes.
Estimated Costs Range from $6,000 to $78,000 Per Fiscal Year Depending
The report details estimated annual expenditures for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility across various line items including codes C103014, C202001, and C302005.
Report Details Specific Budget Allocations for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility
The report details specific budget allocations for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment, listing costs such as $110,880 and $24,960 across various line items.
Report Projects Estimated Annual Expenditures for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility
The report projects estimated annual expenditures for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility from 2023 through 2053 with a construction inflation rate of zero percent.
$1,620,000 Allocated to Code D304008 in 2024 Within the Owen Sound Police
The report outlines a multi-year capital budget for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility spanning from 2023 to 2053, with no construction scheduled during this period. Specific funding allocations include $1,620,000 in 2024 and recurring annual costs such as $90,000 starting in 2023 for various operational codes.
Budget Allocations Include $330,000 Under Code D304001 and Multiple Entries
The report details a financial breakdown for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment involving various budget codes and associated dollar amounts.
Budgeted Costs for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
The report details specific budget allocations for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment, listing various cost codes with assigned dollar amounts such as $300,000 and $150,000 alongside numerous smaller line items ranging from $2,700 to $43,200.
Budget Line Items Totaling Thousands in Costs Are Listed Under Report CR-26-071
The report CR-26-071 from the Manager of Corporate Services details specific budget allocations for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment, listing various cost codes with associated dollar amounts such as $8,400 and $19,200.
Table Details Estimated Annual Expenditures for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility
The table details estimated annual expenditures for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment, allocating $192,000 to code D509099 and $270,000 to E102010. Specific line items include allocations of $144,000 each for codes F105002 and D509002, alongside smaller amounts such as $30,000 for another instance of D509002.
Budget Allocations for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment Show
The report details specific budget allocations for the Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment spanning from 2023 to 2053, with most years showing zero funding and only isolated costs appearing in single years like $470,400 in 2026 or $18,000 in 2029.
$14,400 and $72,000 Allocated to Budget Codes H3010010 and H3010005 Respectively
The report lists specific budget codes with associated dollar amounts for estimated expenditures totaling $568,200 annually. The document identifies the Owen Sound Police Service facility located at 922 2nd Avenue West as the subject of a building condition assessment questionnaire.
Asbestos Is Contained Above Dispatch While Air Quality Issues Persist Before 2023
The facility contains asbestos above the dispatch room and potentially in penthouse ducts, while air quality complaints stem from poor circulation before a planned 2023 relocation of the communications office. Mechanical systems suffer from irregular temperatures causing staff discomfort, sweating pipes ruining ceiling tiles, and an end-of-life main air handler unit requiring replacement. Plumbing issues include a periodically plugged drain in the IDT office with no solid waste flow, though major plumbing problems are absent. Electrical concerns involve ground floor panels needing replacement, penthouse units currently on safety band-aids, and a Hydro One transformer requiring underground feed updates.
Agenda item 10.d: Report CR-26-071 from the Manager of Corporate Services Re: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
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Attachment: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment - CR-26-071.pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Jason Hoffman, Manager of Corporate Services
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CR-26-071
Subject: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-071 respecting a facility needs
assessment for the Owen Sound Police Service building, City Council:
1. Authorizes staff to issue a Request for Proposals for the completion
of a Police Service Facility Space Needs Assessment and Business
Case;
2. Approves a project budget of $100,000 funded from:
a. Development Charges;
b. Police Station Facility Reserve; and
c. A one-third contribution from the Owen Sound Police Service
Board Revenue Reserve; and
3. Directs staff to report back to Council with the results of the Facility
Space Needs Assessment and Report upon completion.
Highlights:
The Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS) Board requested a
comprehensive needs assessment to evaluate if the existing facility
can meet modern legislative, staffing, and service delivery
requirements.
Staff are seeking authorization to issue a Request for Proposals
(RFP) for an independent consultant to evaluate all options, which
will provide a common set of data and information to determine if
Staff Report CR-26-071: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
the facility for the OSPS is best served through refurbishment,
expansion, or a new purpose-built facility.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: Safe City – Contributing to inclusivity and accessibility
in our community and participating in initiatives focused on a range of long-
term, systemic safety solutions that respond to current and future residents.
Previous Report/Authority:
N/A.
Background:
The Owen Sound Police Service Board has identified the need to undertake a
comprehensive review of the OSPS facility to determine whether the existing
building can reasonably accommodate the current and future operational
needs of the service or whether alternative accommodation options should
be considered. Under the Community Safety and Policing Act, the
municipality is legislatively responsible for providing and maintaining
adequate police facilities, necessitating this proactive review.
In 2023, a facility condition assessment completed by McIntosh Perry
(Attachment 3) identified several building deficiencies requiring future
investment. While that assessment documented the physical condition of the
building, it did not evaluate whether the facility continues to meet the
operational, staffing, legislative, accessibility, and service delivery
requirements of a modern police service.
To address immediate facility requirements, the City has prioritized critical
infrastructure upgrades, including a $1.6 million allocation in 2027 for a
major air handling unit replacement. Furthermore, a total of $2.7 million has
been earmarked across the five-year Multi-Year Capital Plan for ongoing
necessary facility improvements. This proposed study is essential to ensure
that these and future investments are aligned with a comprehensive, long-
term strategy for the facility’s operational, functional, and legislative
requirements.
The proposed study represents the next logical step by evaluating both
current and future space requirements and providing Council with objective
recommendations, alternatives, and high-level cost estimates to support
Staff Report CR-26-071: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
future decision-making. The proposed scope includes evaluating
refurbishment of the existing facility, potential expansion opportunities, and
the feasibility of a new purpose-built facility, while considering legislative
requirements, health and safety, accessibility, and anticipated community
growth.
The $100,000 project budget will be fully funded through Development
Charges and designated reserves, requiring no additional tax levy funding.
The consultant’s final report will be presented early in the next term of
Council to inform objectives and long-term capital planning decisions. The
OSPS Board has advised that it will be requesting Council authorize this work
through the correspondence included as Attachment 1.
Analysis and Options:
The proposed facility space needs assessment will provide Council and the
OSPS Board with an independent assessment of the facility requirements
necessary to support policing services over the long term.
Completion of the study does not commit the City to any future capital
project. Rather, it provides the information necessary to understand the
operational needs of the service, evaluate available alternatives, establish
preliminary cost estimates, and support future capital planning and
budgeting decisions.
Subject to Council approval, staff will prepare and issue a competitive
Request for Proposals for consulting services in accordance with the City's
Purchasing By-law. The consultant's findings and alternative options will be
presented to both the OSPS Board and Council upon completion.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The estimated cost of the study is $100,000.
Funding is proposed from the following sources:
Development Charges (eligible growth-related component);
Police Station Facility Reserve; and
A one-third contribution from the Owen Sound Police Service Board
Revenue Reserve.
No additional tax levy funding is requested.
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Human Resources
The project will be led by the Manager of Corporate Services, who will be
responsible for managing the procurement process, coordinating the
consultant, and reporting back to the OSPS Board and Council.
The project team is anticipated to include the Chief of Police, City Manager,
and Manager of Corporate Services. These individuals will provide strategic
oversight, operational input, technical expertise, and stakeholder
perspectives throughout the project to ensure that options provided by the
consultant reflect the long-term policing needs of the community.
Following the completion of the assessment, the project team will evaluate
the necessity of forming a specific working group to oversee the
implementation of Council’s preferred direction.
Time and Scheduling
Subject to Council approval, staff will prepare and issue a Request for
Proposals for consulting services in 2026. Staff are optimistic that a
consultant can be retained shortly thereafter, allowing the space needs
assessment and business case to proceed over the balance of the year.
The project team anticipates receiving the consultant's final report early in
the next term of Council. This timing will allow the newly elected Council to
consider the findings and determine the appropriate long-term direction for
the OSPS facility before making future capital investment decisions.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Communication and Engagement:
This report has been posted to the City’s website with the agenda in advance
of the meeting.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Chief of Police
City Manager
Staff Report CR-26-071: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
Director of Corporate Services
OSPS Board Chair
OSPS Board representatives from Council
Attachments:
1. Letter from the Owen Sound Police Service Board Chair
2. Facility Review Project Charter
3. Police Station Building Condition Audit - 2023
Reviewed by:
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Jason Hoffman, Manager
of Corporate Services at jhoffman@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext.
1240.
Staff Report CR-26-071: Owen Sound Police Service Facility Needs Assessment
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Attachment: Attachment 1 - Letter from the Owen Sound Police Service Board Chair.pdf
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John H. Thomson
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Executive Fax (519) 376-2456
Operations Fax (519) 376-6131
July 08, 2026
Mayor Boddy &
Owen Sound City Council Members
808 2nd Avenue East
Owen Sound, Ontario
N4K 2H4
Via Email
Mr. Mayor and Council,
The purpose of this letter is to brief City Council on the requirement for a comprehensive and strategic needs assessment of the facilities for the Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS) station that will address long-term infrastructure and staffing accommodations.
Background
Built in the 1970s, the current facility on 2nd Avenue East had its last major renovations in 2010, over 15 years ago and now faces aging facility maintenance demands and operational pressures. To address these responsibly, approval is being sought to fund a comprehensive strategic overall facilities review.
The existing OSPS headquarters has served the community for a number of years, however, modern policing standards, legislative requirements, and technological updates have severely outpaced the building's physical capacity. Key challenges include:
- Space Limitations: Chronic space constraints across multiple departments hinder daily workflows and limit property/evidence storage.
- Structural & Environmental Maintenance: Aging building infrastructure requires ongoing, costly maintenance and periodic environmental remediations.
Needs Assessment
In order to address these issues a strategic, evidence-based needs assessment will be required to determine next steps.
A professional needs assessment for a facility will take into consideration;
- Space Utilization Analysis
- Current and projected staffing levels
- 24/7 service delivery model
- Ability to meet current and future operational requirements
- Changes in policing practices and legislative changes include;
o The Community Safety and Policing Act 2019
o O. Reg. 392/23: Adequate and Effective Policing
o The Occupational Health and Safety Act
o The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 (AODA).
o Ontario Building Code (OBC) 2020, including amendments
o Policing Standards Manual
Funding is being sought to:
1. Engage a professional space-planning consultant, and if possible, specializing in emergency service facilities.
2. Analyze the current space utilization against modern policing standards to define exact square-footage deficits.
3. Conduct an objective architectural assessment of the current facility's lifespan, structural integrity, and mechanical systems.
4. Establish a baseline data set to determine whether renovating the current location site, acquiring adjoining property, or building a new facility is the most fiscally responsible path forward.
It is anticipated that such a specialized needs assessment would cost up to $100,000.00.
While this facility is an asset of the city, the police service board is willing to assist with funding of the assessment of up to $35,000 from board reserves.
In consultation with city management a project charter has been developed and is attached for your information.
Respectively submitted,
[Signature]
John Thomson
Chair - Owen Sound Police Service Board
c/c: Directors – Owen Sound Police Service Board
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Attachment: Attachment 2 - Facility Review Project Charter.pdf
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Project Charter
1.0 Project Identification
Name of Project: Police Services Facility Review
- To develop a business case that analyzes the current and
future needs of the Owen Sound Police Service in order to
determine if the current facility can be refurbished to meet
those needs or if a new purpose-built solution is a more
workable and cost-efficient solution.
Sponsor: TBD
(Accountable)
Project Manager: TBD
(Responsible)
Project Team Members: Tentative list:
(Responsible or Consult) • Chief of Police
• City Manager
• Manager of Corporate Services (City)
Approved Budget: Proposed funding sources:
• Development Charges from City $ 35,000
• Building Maintenance Reserve (City) $ 35,000
• Police Board Reserves $ 35,000
2.0 Business Need
It is estimated that it has been over 20 years since the police service moved from its location
on 3rd Avenue East to 922 2nd Avenue West, the site of the previous Co-operators’ building
that had been purchased by the city. This building was constructed in 1969/1970 to meet the
needs of an insurance company. Major renovations were completed in approximately 2008
and a northern addition (cell blocks) were completed in 2010.
It is estimated that approximately $6 Million was spent on refurbishing the building to service
the needs of the police service. It is also estimated there were approximately 30 officers and
40 civilian staff for a total of 70 at that time.
The Police Service Act was the legislation in effect at that time.
As of June of 2026, there are 43 officers including part-time and approximately 60 civilian staff
for a total of 103. The needs of the Owen Sound Police Service and policing for the city have
outgrown the current facility configuration.
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The police service is now subject to additional legislative requirements;
• The Community Safety and Policing Act 2019
• O. Reg. 392/23: Adequate and Effective Policing
• The Occupational Health and Safety Act
• The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 (AODA).
• Ontario Building Code (OBC) 2020, including amendments
• Policing Standards Manual (2004)
The Owen Sound Police Association’s Health and Safety Committee have identified a number
of issues as it relates to the health and safety of people working and entering this building on a
24/7 basis.
In June 2024, Mclntosh Perry completed a building condition assessment and identified a
number of deficiencies. Their visual review of the property found the development to be in fair
condition and adequately maintained though there were significant issues to be addressed in
the immediate and short term due to component aging and conditions. This report may
require some updating.
As a first step, the project will engage a recognized, experienced consulting firm to prepare a
space needs assessment for the Owen Sound Police Service as has been done with similar
projects throughout the province.
It is anticipated the space needs assessment will cost approximately $100,000 and identify a
number of areas that will require serious consideration, such as:
• Existing building space constraints due to increased staffing and operational demands.
• Changes in policing practices and legislative requirements since original construction,
including:
o Major Case Management requirements
o Dedicated interviewing/interview room needs (currently inadequate)
o Cell block functionality
o Video review and digital evidence requirements
• Possibly mandated expansion of body-worn camera program and disclosure obligations
o Potential disclosure process requires approximately two full-time staff resources
• Proper locker and change rooms for a growing diverse staff
• Locker storage no longer accommodates required officer equipment
• Parking capacity is insufficient
• Increased training requirements including:
o Dedicated training space
o Potential virtual reality training environments
• Desire to consolidate staff and operational functions into one location where feasible
• Front counter accessibility does not comply with AODA desk
• Access to ground level public/meeting space
• Lack of physical office space for officers and civilians to do their jobs effectively
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3.0 Project Objectives (Purpose)
The purpose of this project is to obtain an objective third party evaluation of the current and
future needs of the Owen Sound Police Service as it relates to space for staffing and the
compliance obligations with which the city must comply under the numerous acts and
provincial legislation.
• It will examine the opportunities to refurbish the existing facility, acquire adjacent
property and add on, or build new
• Consider the option of a shared space with another emergency response service
• Explore the availability of surplus lands within Owen Sound for a new facility, if required
• Resolve the health and safety concerns within the current facility
The population of Owen Sound is projected to grow with the addition of at least two major
apartment projects completing in 2027 and the police service needs to plan to service this
anticipated increase in population as well as the projected growth in the surrounding areas.
As our streets and downtown become more utilized it is the obligation and a priority of OSPS
to maintain the safety and security of those living in and visiting our city.
4.0 Project Scope
Deliverables:
A report to the Facility Working Group (Project Team) that outlines the cost/benefits of
renovating the current location and additional space requirements, other possible options and
if not feasible, move forward with a new build.
Activities:
• Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Obtain quote from consulting company to perform a space needs assessment
• Consulting company to complete space needs assessment
• Determine refurbishing costs based on space needs assessment
• Update costs on Mclntosh Perry’s building condition assessment from June 2024
• Identify possible areas to expand based on current location
• Analyze the potential impact on the overall health and safety of staff
• Identify the logistic other services have experienced that have refurbished their existing
facilities while continuing day to day operations.
Key Constraints: Budget, timing
Assumptions:
• Space needs assessment will be completed in November 2026
• Costing is time sensitive to be included in 2027 budget
• Support of city council
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4.0 Project Scope
Dependencies:
Completion of a space needs assessment, costing, and updated building condition
assessment costs will inform the police board and council of the opportunities/options
available to them.
5.0 Stakeholders
Name Consult or Inform
City Council Consult and Inform
Police Chief Consult and Inform
Police Board Consult and Inform
OSPA and SOA Consult and Inform
City Staff Consult and Inform
Chief Building Official for Owen Sound Consult and Inform
County CAO Consult and Inform
Grey-Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWBP) Consult and Inform
6.0 High Level Deliverables / Milestone Dates
Item Deliverables / Milestones Dates
1. Space Needs Assessment (Consultant: TBD) November 2026
2. Updated Cost related to Building Condition Report TBD
3. Research others that have refurbished TBD
4. Analysis of the potential impact on overall health and safety of TBD
staff and those accessing the building
7.0 Risks
Severity Description Mitigation Tactic
High Condition of station and work area TBD
attracts audit from Inspectorate of
Policing
High Lack of funding to proceed with project TBD
High Lack of support from council TBD
High Not meeting legislative requirements TBD
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8.0 Key Results for Success (Must Be Measurable or Quantifiable)
Once the final consultant report is completed, deliver a comprehensive report and presentation
to council that outlines each of the requirements above and includes recommendations for
next steps following the results of the space needs assessment and costings. This would
include a business case, outlining projected capital costs, potential site options, and a multi-
year funding strategy will be formally presented to council for debate during subsequent
budget cycles.
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Attachment: Attachment 3 - Police Station Building Condition Audit - 2023.pdf
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BUILDING AUDIT REPORT
OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE 922 2ND AVENUE WEST, OWEN SOUND, ONTARIO
Our Project No.: 240194
Prepared for: City of Owen Sound
808 2nd Avenue East
Owen Sound, Ontario
N4K 2H4
Attention: Bradey Carbert, BBA, Manager of Corporate Services, Corporate Services Department
Date: June 30, 2023
Executive Summary
A Building Condition Assessment (BCA) was carried out at the Owen Sound Police Service building, 922 2 nd
Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario by McIntosh Perry Limited (MPL) for the City of Owen Sound. The office
building was constructed in 1969/1970, with a major renovation in 2008 and north addition in 2010. The
building is located on the west side of 2nd Avenue West, north of 9th Street West, Owen Sound, Ontario.
This BCA is based on a visual assessment of the property and a review of pertinent documentation provided by
the City.
Our visual review of the property found the development to be in fair condition and adequately maintained
though there are significant issues to be addressed in the immediate and short terms due to component ages
and conditions. This includes windows, doors, and brick repairs/replacements are required. The updating of
the main heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) components (air handler and distribution),
ventilation and building automation are paramount. Accessibility (barrier-free) is also in need of updating to
comply with current standards.
Recent capital expenditures include the replacement of main roof sections in 2016, replacement of main
condensers from 2013 to 2017, split DX and suppression systems for LAN Rooms in 2022. Current renovations
are limited to the relocation of the Dispatch Office to the 2nd Floor.
Summary of Findings & Recommendations
A – Substructure
The original building and addition are constructed with poured concrete foundation walls on strip concrete
footings. Poured concrete slab-on grade is installed throughout. The upper floors are constructed with steel I
beams and WF columns supporting precast hollow core slabs. The structure is performing well with no
indications of settlement or movement. Structural drawings were not provided for review. No significant
structural repairs are anticipated over the next ten years.
B – Shell
The main building shell or envelope consists of clay brick with block back-up, aluminum framed windows, metal
clad service doors and main entry doors, and prefinished metal overhead doors. All components are in need of
significant repair or replacement over the next few years due to failure or they are well beyond useful service
life. Brick repairs/replacement are required to mitigate further deterioration and to reduce exposure to liability
due to injury from falling material. The aluminum framed windows and all associated sealants are in need of
replacement due to seal failure and air infiltration. Roofs are protected by modified bitumen membrane with
pea gravel surface (circa 2016). Although there are no roof leaks there is significant ponding that will shorten
service life. The addition roof newer modified bitumen type system. This roof has been repaired but will require
replacement over the short term. A few smaller roof sections will require replacement in the short term as
well. Most exterior doors require replacement due to age and performance issues. The overhead doors require
general maintenance and the door at Room N02 requires replacement.
Executive Summary
C – Interiors
The building finishes are limited to painted gypsum board walls, core floor slabs, masonry block walls, vinyl
floor tile, laminate flooring, quarry and ceramic floor tile, carpet, lay-in acoustical and gypsum board ceilings.
All finishes are in fair condition and wearing well. The 1 st floor finishes will require updating, including the two
staff washrooms.
The facility is not fully designed for barrier-free use. Current features include dedicated parking spaces,
automated main entry doors, elevator, and main floor public washroom.
D – Services
Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems:
The building is protected by a single-stage fire alarm system with smoke and heat detectors. ABC type fire
extinguishers are also installed. Carbon monoxide detection system is installed at the Sally Port complete with
exhaust fan and intake air louver. The building is equipped with a Cummins 125-kW emergency generator
located at the east side in a self-contained enclosure. The transfer switch is located at the Electrical Room.
Allowances are made to provide additional switches when replacing the main switchgear in the short term.
Vertical Transportation:
The building is equipped with a single, hydraulic elevator by Federal. The elevator was installed in 2008 but is
not performing well. It has been reported that the main shaft is not vertically aligned. The elevator also requires
access control to deter the general public from accessing the 2nd floor. It is also recommended that the original
dumbwaiter be removed.
Mechanical:
The building is heated by two gas-fired condensing type boilers and a hydronic heating system with new mains,
valves, and reheat coils. The system is functional but will require replacement in the next ten years along with
chemical treatment, valve replacements, and VFD additions. The Holding Cell addition is heated and cooled via
a roof-top air handling unit. This unit is slated for replacement in approximately five years due to age and use
of R-22 refrigerant. The main air handling unit is original to the building but modified from a dual duct system
(hot and cold air streams) to a variable air volume (VAV) system. The system has no humidification capability
and the dehumidification capability is questionable due to the configuration. Air is delivered at one
temperature which affects user comfort level especially due to the configuration of office layouts. The cooling
components are unconventional but functional. Replacement of the air handler is recommended, including air
balancing, replacement of older cabinet style heaters, and overhaul of the building automation system.
Ventilation is by various roof-top exhaust fans; these fans are functional but will require updating over the next
five years. Domestic water consists of the municipal service to the meter and BFP at the south Mechanical
Room. There are two electric hot water heaters located at the Mechanical Room that are in fair-to-good
condition. Plumbing fixtures are a combination of newer and older type. Updating of the two staff washrooms
on the 1st floor are required. The furnace systems lack zone control and fresh air introduction. Building
automation review, retro-commissioning, balancing, ventilation improvements, are recommended.
Executive Summary
Electrical:
The main building power is fed underground to the west pad mount transformer and onto the main Electrical
Room to the 1600-Amp, 347/600-V, 3 phase, 4 wire switchgear located at the Electrical Room and motor
control centre at the PH Mechanical Room. The exterior transformer, switchgear, MCC, original panelboards,
secondary transformers, and disconnects require replacement as they have exceeded useful life. The electrical
components at the addition are in good condition. Lighting is predominantly older T8 fluorescent type. It is
recommended that the lighting be updated to LED type to improve energy efficiency and overall illumination
levels.
G – Site
The site includes asphalt and concrete paved hard surfaced areas, fences, signage, flagpoles, lighting, and soft
landscaping. The components are in fair condition and serviceable. Asphalt replacement is slated for the longer
term. Site service drawings are not available for review.
H-– Other
It is recommended that a Designated Substance Survey (DSS) report, energy audit, and as-built drawings be
prepared. Thermography, retro-commissioning, and arc flash studies are also recommended.
Executive Summary
Immediate, Short and Long Term Capital Requirements
Over the next 30-years it is anticipated that the most building equipment and systems will require major repair
or replacement to maintain the building in a state-of-good repair under the current operational model.
Descriptions and observations are intentionally brief or absent. This information, as well as quantity, costs, life
expectancy, and replacement year, are to be updated as components are replaced, and subsequent building
condition assessments are completed.
Based on our visual review of the property, we are of the opinion that total cumulative expenditures will be in
the range of $6,417,000 in the immediate (2023) and short term (2024 to 2028) for the building and site to
maintain the property in a state-of-good repair (refer to Appendix A). The above opinion of probable costs
excludes sales taxes and inflation but includes contingencies, engineering, and project management costs.
This executive summary is intended to provide an overview of pertinent facts and estimates contained in this
BCA Report for the architectural/engineering disciplines, and it is provided as a convenience only. Readers are
advised to refer to the full text of this BCA Report and accompanying spreadsheets for detailed information.
BCA at Owen Sound Police Services Building MPL Project # 240194
922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION ......................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 METHODOLOGY ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.1 Part 1 – Documentation Review ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.2 Part 2 - Interview with Key Individuals ........................................................................................................... 4
1.2.3 Part 3 - Site Visit .............................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2.4 Part 4 - Estimating and Costing ....................................................................................................................... 6
1.2.5 Part 5 - Recording and Reporting .................................................................................................................... 7
1.2.6 Life Expectancy Assumptions .......................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 TERMS OF REFERENCE ............................................................................................................................................ 7
1.3.1 Definitions ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3.2 Deliverables................................................................................................................................................... 12
2.0 FACILITY CONDITION INDEX (FCI) ..................................................................................................... 12
3.0 ACCESSIBILITY ................................................................................................................................. 13
3.1 Summary of Design ............................................................................................................................................... 13
4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH & SAFETY ....................................................................................... 13
4.1.1 Hazardous Materials ..................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.1 Indoor Air Quality .......................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.2 Code Compliance .......................................................................................................................................... 14
5.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................... 14
5.1 Data Review .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.2 Commentary.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.3 Recommended Minimum Procedures ................................................................................................................... 14
6.0 LIMITATIONS ................................................................................................................................... 15
Appendix A – Building Component Listing
Appendix B – Summary of Annual Expenditures for 30 Years (2023 - 2053)
Appendix C - Questionnaire
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BCA at Owen Sound Police Services Building MPL Project # 240194
922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario
1.0 INTRODUCTION
McIntosh Perry Limited (MPL) was retained by the City of Owen Sound (City) to carry out a Building Condition
Assessment (BCA) of the facilities located at 922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario.
Probable costs for repairs or replacements over the immediate (Year 0), short term (Years 1 to 5) and longer
term (Years 6 to 20) are provided.
The Report is not to be used as a specification for undertaking work. All immediate and short-term work
emanating from this BCA is to be backed by intrusive destructive testing and measurements to obtain the
means and methods to allow for such specifications. Work/costs forecasted out beyond the first few years
(short term) are only to be viewed as speculative reserve placeholder items formed by life cycling of
components. As this BCA is a static snapshot of the current conditions, and due to the detailed component
listing provided, updates will be required continually as components age, systems are altered, management
opinions change or new-found information surfaces. These undertakings are beyond the scope of the BCA.
The study included an on-site assessment of the facility which was conducted on April 23, 2023. The assessment
focused on sitework, structure, building exterior, building interior and the electrical, mechanical and fire safety
systems.
Details regarding each of the assessed elements, with our observations, are contained in the accompanying
spreadsheet (Appendix A).
1.1 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Constructed in 1969/1970, the two-storey building, designed by
Gordon S. Adamson and Associates, Toronto, served as the
headquarters for CIAG Insurance. Purchased in the late 1990’s, the
building was renovated in 1999, with design by Carruthers Shaw and
Partners Limited as the new Central Emergency Response Bureau for
the City of Owen Sound. Further renovations in 2008 to 2009 to the
2nd floor for the Police Services, with design was by G.M. Diemert
Architect Inc., Owen Sound. An addition to the north was
constructed in 2010 for a Sally Port and holding cells. The main floor
layout of the building includes the newer Sally Port, interview rooms, storage and holding cells, dispatch area
(to be relocated to 2nd floor), offices, parade room, meeting rooms, vehicle storage/examination room, lunch
room, washrooms, and main service rooms. The 2nd floor has various offices, administrative areas, meeting
rooms, locker rooms, service rooms, weight room (future), and emergency training room (future). The
Penthouse Mechanical Room includes the main air handling unit for the building. The main entrance is accessed
from at the east elevation, with staff entrance at the west elevation. On site parking for visitors and staff are
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located to the north side of the building. The facility has a gross floor area of approximately 31,336 square feet
(sf) with a footprint area of approximately 18,824 sf.
The exterior walls of the building are constructed with clay brick with masonry block back-up. Roofing systems
are comprised of modified bitumen membranes (conventional and top-coated), and prefinished metal
flashings. Windows are original double glazed, aluminum framed, fixed type. Exterior service doors are
insulated metal in metal frames and aluminum framed. Main entry doors are single glazed aluminum framed.
Mechanical systems include the domestic cold-water system, distribution piping and heaters, main air handler
unit with split DX cooling and gas-fired boilers, point source exhaust fans, and supplementary baseboard
heaters. Sanitary and storm drainage systems are municipally connected.
Electrical systems are conventionally supplied underground from the street utility pole to the pad mount
transformer and onto the Electrical Room.
Interior finishes consist of sheet vinyl linoleum, vinyl tile, sheet carpet, quarry and ceramic floor tile, gypsum
board ceilings and walls, lay-in acoustical ceiling panels, and exposed steel/concrete structural components.
The building is located on the west side of 2nd Avenue West, north of 9th Street West, on a 1.446 acre (63,000
sf) site. The site has an asphalt surfaced parking area at the north and east elevations, concrete walkways,
wood and steel picket fencing, flagpoles, and exterior lighting. The site soft landscaping features include sodded
and treed areas to the north, west, and east.
The following Table 1 details the pertinent characteristics of the site and building, as identified during our site
visit or otherwise provided by the City. All building and site areas are considered estimates.
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Table 1
Summary of Facility Features
Name: Police Services Building
Address: 922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound, Ontario
Site Information
Site Area & PIN 63,000 sf 1.446 acres
Access Drives (Curb Cuts) 2 2nd Avenue West
Total Parking Stalls 50 plus 4 barrier-free Traffic Surface Asphalt
Walks N, W, E Elevations Traffic Surface Concrete
Building Information
Gross Floor Area 31,336 sf 2912 sm
Footprint Area 18,824 sf 1750 sm
Roof Type Various types
Aluminum Framed, Double
Cladding Type Clay Brick Windows
Glazed
Hydronic heating with suspended heaters and coils, air handler with
HVAC System heating and cooling coils, packaged air handler, split DX cooling, exhaust
fans, municipal sanitary and domestic water systems
Electrical 1600-Amp, 347/600-Volt, 3-Phase, 4-Wire
Steel framed with precast hollow core floor and roof slabs, and masonry
Structural Framing
block infill supported on poured concrete foundations
Fire Protection Fire Alarm System, Sprinklered, ABC Fire Extinguishers, Generator
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1.2 METHODOLOGY
The Project consists of five (5) steps:
1.2.1 Part 1 – Documentation Review
MPL to review the following information (to be provided by the City):
1. All Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical and Site Drawings and Specifications;
2. Information on existing scheduled, pending, in-progress and completed projects information;
3. Relevant building/roof/structural assessment reports;
4. All existing warranties, guarantees and service contracts;
5. Records of capital items added since original construction;
6. Maintenance and inspection records and schedules including Work Order Records for Preventative
Maintenance and Demand Maintenance;
7. Compliance Orders;
8. Tenant Agreements;
9. Any further information or known property problems.
The following documents were provided for our review:
1. Drawings and Reports:
a. Facilities Review Report, DEI Consulting Engineers, Waterloo, September 2021;
b. Electrical Facilities Review Report, DEI Consulting Engineers, Waterloo, November 2022;
c. Roof Report, Garland Canada Inc., 2023;
d. Asbestos Air Monitoring Study Report, Roop Chanderdat and Associates Inc., January 17, 2009;
e. Bulk Asbestos Sampling Report, undated, unauthored;
f. Asbestos Air Monitoring Study Report, Roop Chanderdat and Associates Inc., February 4, 2009;
g. Air Quality Report, W. Pantelmann Incorporated, April 14, 2014;
h. Air Quality Assessment, W. Pantelmann Incorporated, September 3, 2019;
i. Air Quality Report, W. Pantelmann Incorporated, February 11, 2020;
j. Questionnaire.
1.2.2 Part 2 - Interview with Key Individuals
An interview was conducted with representatives from the City, Bradey Carbert and Derek Christier, at the time
of the site visit. Discussions included recent roof replacements, siding installations, and issues with the HVAC.
The Questionnaire (Appendix C) was also reviewed.
1.2.3 Part 3 - Site Visit
All site visits were coordinated with the City. The visit included a guided tour of the facility, service rooms,
utility rooms, offices, shops and the grounds. All accessible areas within the building(s) were visually reviewed
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during our walk-through assessment. Assessment of attics, crawl spaces, basements and service tunnels were
conducted where safe to do so for the assessors and where they are not deemed confined space.
Photographs were taken by digital camera.
The site assessment was visual, non-intrusive and non-destructive type. General review of code and standard
reviews was completed. Problematic areas requiring further assessment and testing were noted. Priority items
were identified.
Assessment particulars:
The site assessment was visual, non-intrusive and non-destructive type. General review of code and standard
reviews was completed. Problematic areas requiring further assessment and testing were noted. Priority items
were identified.
Site – We will review all site items within the vicinity of the buildings being assessed. This includes underground
services, parking lots and driveways, exterior lighting, curbs, gazebos, walks, patios, stairs, decks, retaining
walls, soft landscaping, recreational equipment, signage, accessories, etc. Unless specifically listed, out-
buildings, surveys, geotechnical, boreholes and soil testing are excluded from review at this time.
Interiors – Items include interior finishes (floor, wall and ceiling), doors, hardware, stairs, handrails, guards,
common areas and user rooms, service rooms (electrical, mechanical, IT). Non-fixed furniture is excluded.
Environmental Issues – Hazardous Substance Surveys are not included in this project. At the minimum, we will
review existing reports and provide commentary on general completeness and whether additional testing is
required/recommended. If no existing reports are available our commentary will be limited to suspected
hazardous substances, PCBs, storage tanks, mould, and indoor air quality from a visual assessment only. Phase
1, 2 and 3 Environmental Reports are excluded. MPL will also indicate locations of hazardous conditions and
potential hazardous equipment.
Barrier-Free – MPL will review building access, entrances, washrooms, and interior circulation and amenities
for accessibility in accordance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC). High level discussions, along with
anticipated probable costs to remove barriers, will be presented in the reports. Any discussions requiring
intrusive or specialty testing under the OBC will be considered outside of the scope of the RFP.
Code – Compliance – Assessment is for general code compliance only and includes obvious infractions such as
roof guarding, guards, tie-backs, etc.
Structure – Items include foundations, superstructure, balconies, canopies, parking structures, stairs, guards,
and handrails. Significant degradation and problematic detailing, including heights and stability of guards, are
reviewed. Structural design analysis (calculations) is excluded at this time.
Building Envelope – Items include flashings, sealants, exterior finishes and wall systems, exterior windows,
doors and wall penetrations, roofs, flashings, eavestroughs, downspouts. Thermography and roof test cuts are
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not included at this time. MPL will notify the City if thermography or test cuts are required. This work would be
considered additional to the contract.
Mechanical – Items include all accessible heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment (recording the
manufacturer, model and serial number, size and capacity, equipment number, and condition). Plumbing
systems including domestic water supply, distribution, heaters, boilers, fixtures and drainage will be reviewed.
Process and specialized equipment at all buildings are excluded (IT, communications, security, wastewater
pumping, etc.).
Fire/Life Safety Systems - Items include suppression systems (sprinkler, standpipe), voice communication, fire
extinguishers, fire alarm and annunciators, notification and signal devices. We will also review Fire Safety Plans
and make comment on building classification, required fire resistance ratings (FRR), and occupancy type.
Electrical – Items include all accessible electrical equipment such as switchgear and switchboard units, motor
control centres, distribution panels, light fixtures (interior and exterior), wiring, switches, receptacles,
communication and security systems and accessories. Equipment will not be dismantled or intrusively
accessed, and thermography will not be conducted. Building Automation Systems (BAS) and lighting systems
are included.
General - MPL will review current practices of O & M by reviewing adopted policies, service contracts, etc. that
may be in use at Haliburton and then provide high-level recommendations. Space planning requirements for
each facility will be discussed at a high level only. The ability for facilities to perform during state of emergency
events will be discussed.
Energy - The Level 1 Walk-Through Analysis provides a cursory review energy usage by reviewing both energy
utility bills (preferably over the last 3 years) and a brief survey of the buildings. This review is not comprehensive
but will identify all energy use systems, evaluate energy consumption data to determine quantities and
patterns as well as comparisons to industry standards and/or benchmarks. Preliminary estimate of savings
potential with list of low-cost savings opportunities through improvements in operational and maintenance
practices.
1.2.4 Part 4 - Estimating and Costing
The replacement costs of the various components forming the development detailed in this report are based
on the unit rates detailed in the 2023 edition of "Yardsticks for Costing" published by Southam Business
Information and Communications Group Inc., and “Building Construction Cost Data – 2023” by RS Means,
combined with recent experience gained by MPL in the repair and renovation of residential, commercial, and
industrial buildings. The costs are considered Class “D” preliminary, in Canadian Dollars, including a 10%
contingency fee for unforeseen costs/internal & external fees and a 10% contingency for consulting fees.
The replacement cost of each component is based on the following assumptions:
standard building materials will be used, purchased at the contractor's list price;
current construction techniques will be used in replacement or repair of building components;
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quality of construction will be in accordance with the current edition of the relevant local Building
Code;
replacing like with like components unless:
o A less expensive item is available that can perform to the same standard;
o A cost-benefit analysis (including energy savings) that shows replacement to a higher standard
would be cost-effective;
o A higher standard is required because of changes to the OBC or other applicable standards and
legislation;
o An item of the original standard is unavailable.
The estimated replacement and maintenance costs contained in this report are based in part on information
and quantities obtained by a visual review of the property and in part from a review of the available reports
and drawings relating to this development.
1.2.5 Part 5 - Recording and Reporting
Provide all detailed data in an Excel spreadsheet and accompanied by a report.
1.2.6 Life Expectancy Assumptions
The assumptions regarding the life expectancy of each of the various components forming the common
elements of this development, as detailed in this report, are based on the technical literature of manufacturers,
on our experience with the materials and equipment forming the common element components of the
development, and on relevant technical publications such as ASHRAE. The estimations of the remaining life
expectancies of the common element components are based on an assessment of their present condition and
effective age made during our visual review of the property.
1.3 TERMS OF REFERENCE
The terms of reference governing this BCA are detailed in our Quote No. 240194, April 13, 2023 in response to
a request to provide the services in early April 2023.
The intent of this Project is to provide the City with a BCA that identifies 30-year budget, which on a yearly
basis lists all major repairs or replacements of systems based on current conditions, age, maintenance
practices, life expectancy, etc.
The threshold reporting level was defined as $5,000 for major capital items.
1.3.1 Definitions
Action Summary: The recommendation for repair, replacement or refurbishment.
Action Type: Actions include None, Repair, Lifecycle Replacement and Refurbishment.
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Actual Age or Last Major Action: This is current age (in years) of the component either known or estimated by
MPL.
Address: Physical address of the building as provided by the City.
ASHRAE: Refers to the American Society of Heating and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers.
Ancillary Costs: Design Contingency of 10% of Net Costs and General Contingency of 10% for unforeseen
conditions are carried. Fees are included in the Current Repair Costs shown in the spreadsheets. These can be
adjusted or removed at the discretion of the City.
Building: Refers to a structure consisting of a wall, roof and floor, or any one or more of them.
Building Area: Refers to the greatest horizontal area of a building within the outside surface of the exterior
walls or, where a firewall is constructed, within the outside surface of exterior walls and the centre line of the
firewalls.
Building Name: This is the name that identifies the property for which the assessment has been completed.
Names are provided by the City.
Building Component, Category or Category Code: This is the inventory of the building components, systems
and equipment that have been included in the BCA. The ASTM UniFormat II Classification (the classification of
building elements and related site work) has been used. These elements usually perform a given function,
regardless of the design specification, construction method or material used.
City: Refers to the City of Owen Sound.
Condition Rating or Overall Condition: The following ratings and percentages are provided by MPL.
Definition of Rating
Very Good – 80% to 100% new. Fit for the future with action timeline of 10+ years;
Good – 60% to 79% new. Adequate for now with only minor deterioration or defects evident; asset is well
maintained. Action timeline of 5+ years with no immediate action required;
Fair – 40% to 59% new. Requires attention with some deterioration or defects evident but function is not
significantly affected. Minor maintenance required;
Poor – 20% to 39% new. At risk with some deterioration in at least some portion of the structure. Function
is adequate but asset needs significant maintenance and may need renewal or upgrade;
Very Poor – 0% to 19% new. Unfit for sustained service. No longer functional with general failure. Asset is in
urgent need of major maintenance or refurbishment.
Construction Replacement Value (CRV): Value of the facility based on current market pricing, codes and
regulations. Inclusive of all costs including construction, design, project management, administration, site
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development and site features. It is not representative of real property value or insurance replacement value.
Calculated from RS Means Square Foot Costs 2023 data or otherwise provided by the City.
Criticality Rating: All repair/retrofit/replacement Projects are to be categorized under one of the six listed
ratings: Currently Critical, Potentially Critical, Necessary, Life Cycle, Recommended, Grandfathered Condition.
Current Repair Cost: Cost in current 2023 dollars to undertake the scope of work for each listed component.
This is an estimate or opinion of probable cost, considered a Class D type and includes project management
and design fees but excludes interest, taxes and inflation. Includes replacement costs.
Definition: Describing what is covered under the Category.
Description or Commentary: The component, material, composition, type, manufacturer, make, model,
identification tag, etc.
Design: Refers to plans, sketches, drawings, graphic representation or specification intended to govern the
construction, enlargement or alteration of a building or part of a building.
Development: Refers to the site and all its facilities there upon.
Dwelling Unit: Refers to a room or suite of rooms used or intended to be used as a domicile by one or more
persons and usually containing cooking, eating, living, sleeping and sanitary facilities.
ECM: Refers to Energy Conservation Measure.
Effective or Observed Age: For various reasons a component may be wearing faster or slower than would
normally be expected for its age. The Observed Age is an adjudged age of the component based on its current
condition and remaining life expectancy.
Estimated Replacement Year(s): The event year of when the major repair or replacement is anticipated to
occur. Years 2023 to 2053.
FCI: Means Facility Condition Index and is equal to the Total Building Repair/Upgrade/Renewal needs in dollars
($) divided by the Current Replacement Value of Building Components in dollars ($). FCI is obtained by
aggregating the total cost of any needed or outstanding repairs, renewal or upgrade requirements at a building
compared to the current replacement value of the building components. It is the ratio of the repair needs to
the replacement value expressed in percentage terms. Land value is not considered when evaluating FCI.
0 to 5% FCI: Asset is in Good Condition
5 to 10% FCI: Asset is in Fair Condition
10 to 30% FCI: Asset is in Poor Condition
31% FCI or more: Asset is in Critical Condition
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Fire Separation: Refers to a construction assembly that acts as a barrier against the spread of fire and that may
or may not have a fire-resistance rating or a fire-protection rating.
General Review: In relation to the construction, enlargement or alteration of a building means an examination
of the building to determine whether the construction, enlargement or alteration is in general conformity with
the design governing the construction, enlargement or alteration, and reporting thereon.
Grade: Means the lowest of the average levels of finished ground adjoining each exterior wall of a building but
does not include localized depressions such as for vehicle or pedestrian entrances.
Gross Area: Means the total area of all floors above grade measured between the outside surfaces of exterior
walls or, where no access or building service penetrates a firewall, between the outside surfaces of exterior
walls and centre line of firewalls but in residential occupancy where access or a building service penetrates a
firewall, the measurement may be taken to the centre line of the firewall.
High-rise Building or High Building: Buildings that are seven (7) stories or more in height.
IESO: Means the Independent Electrical System Operator.
LACAC: Means the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee.
Observations/Recommendations or Commentary: The descriptive assessment of the component or
equipment including all observed and tested concerns. The assessment will obtain the physical conditions of
the architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire and life safety related building components as
referenced in the Scope of Work. Describe the deficiencies and conditions and indicate exact location of the
issues.
OBC: Means Ontario Building Code.
OFC: Means Ontario Fire Code.
OSHA: Means Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Percent (%) of Quantity Scheduled: This is the percentage of the total quantity for any repair or replacement
work covered by the Capital Expenditures for a particular component.
Personal Services Occupancy: Means occupancy for the rendering or receiving of professional or personals
services.
Photo Reference: Photos referenced in the discussion of the components.
Project: Means the Scope of Work outlined in the RFP and the Consulting Agreement including all
amendments.
Project Quantity: The quantity of work carried for replacement, major repair or renovation. Calculated by
multiplying Total Quantity by % of Quantity Scheduled.
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Quantity or Total Quantity: This is the total quantity or amount either measured from available Drawings,
provided by the City or otherwise estimated by MPL.
Recommendations: The explanation for the highlighted deficiencies or projected concerns. The scope of work
required is to be outlined illustrating the breakdown for the cost estimates where reasonable to do so.
Recommended Year or Year: The year that corresponds to the Remaining Life (number of years) that corrective
action is required for the component.
Remaining Life: This is the time remaining (in Years) before the corrective work is estimated to be required. It
is simply the difference between the Service Life and Effective or Observed Age.
Residential Occupancy: Means an occupancy in which sleeping accommodation is provided to residents who
are not harboured for the purpose of receiving special care or treatment and are not involuntarily detained.
RFS: Means Reserve Fund Study or Studies.
Scope of Work: This is a brief description of the nature of corrective work involved with each of the building
components. This can involve work of a repair/refurbishment nature through to complete replacement.
Detailed descriptions, observations and recommendations will follow in subsequent columns.
Service Life or Repeat Interval: An estimate of how many years from the time it is new to the time the
component requires corrective work that is noted in the Scope of Work. Estimated life expectancies are based
on ASHRAE data references.
System Condition Index (SCI): A comparative ranking of the condition of the systems within an asset class.
Calculated by aggregate of the asset backlog within each system in $ divided by the aggregate replacement
cost of all assets within that system ($). The six primary physical systems are Structure, Building Envelope,
Interior Finishes, Building Services, Equipment and Siteworks.
Terms: Immediate term is considered Year 1 (2023). Short term is considered Years 2 to 6 (2024 to 2028). Long
term is considered Years 7 to 31 (2029 to 2053).
UniFormat Code or Category Code: Component identifier codes as per ASTM Standards unless otherwise
provided by the City.
Units or Units of Measure: This is the unit measurement utilized in the calculation of the Current Cost.
Allowance for a specific component and includes LM = lineal meter, SF = square feet, EA = number/each, LS =
the component as a whole.
Unit Rate: The unit rate cost assigned to each component for replacement, repair or renovation presented in
current 2023 dollars.
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1.3.2 Deliverables
Reports to be provided in electronic format and include a front end written report with spreadsheet. Each
property is to have a BCA Report. The BCA Report is intended only for the City and will contain information that
is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Report distribution is prohibited.
1.3.2.1 BCA Requirement
The BCA is intended to update current inventory of building components, determine the cost of deficiencies,
to develop a prioritized state-of-good repair capital repair/replacement plan
The Component Inventory Template, used herein, was developed by MPL.
2.0 FACILITY CONDITION INDEX (FCI)
The facility condition index (FCI) was calculated for the is building. The FCI was calculated using Year 1 and 2
forecasted costs in relation to the estimated replacement cost of the facility.
FCI = Total of Building Repair/Upgrade/Renewal Needs ($)
Current Replacement Value of Building Components ($)
FCI = $4,148,196
= 49.0%
$8,464,867
The FCI indicates that the facility is in “critical” condition (refer to Definitions).
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3.0 ACCESSIBILITY
3.1 Summary of Design
The two-storey building layout has offices on both floors with the
Sally Port and holding cells to the northwest. Parking is located at
the north and west sides of the building with main entrance on the
east side.
The building was constructed in 1969/1970 and has had no
significant improvements to remove barriers. The current
provisions include dedicated parking, automated main entry doors,
main floor public washroom, and elevator.
Renovations of the staff washrooms, kitchen, doors, signage, provision of vision strips on main entry door
glazing, and main floor reception counter would be required to provide full accessibility for this building. MPL
has allocated funds to allow for some barriers to be removed during future retrofits.
4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH & SAFETY
4.1.1 Hazardous Materials
2008 and 2009 Air Sampling Reports by Roop Chanderdat and Associates Inc. pertained to testing for Type 3
removals of fireproofing in seven areas. The removals were necessary as part of the renovation in the main
floor area of the building. Other materials that were abated included drywall joint compound, vinyl floor tile,
ceiling tile, bulkheads, and insulated pipe fittings.
Designated Substance Survey (DSS) reports were not available for review. Designated materials present at this
building include asbestos, silica, lead, and mercury. It is recommended that a DSS report be prepared for this
building or otherwise updated.
4.1.1 Indoor Air Quality
The building is equipped with a centralized air handling unit that provides tempered air to both floors.
Ventilation is also provided through roof-top downblast type exhaust fans. Although the building ventilation
systems are functional, they would likely not meet the minimum requirements per ASHRAE standards based
on visual review. Review of the fresh air introduction to the main air handler and Holding Cell air handler are
required. There is no free cooling capability of the main air handling unit. Ventilation rates and temperature
readings were not measured.
Complaints of indoor air quality were reported in 2019/2020 by staff to management. An Air Quality
Assessment Report by W. Pantelmann Incorporated in 2019 indicated that CO2 levels are below the Ontario
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Ministry of Labour recommended level of 1000 ppm, and there are air balancing issues. Further follow-up in
2020 indicated no significant improvement to air flow in the Dispatch Office area.
It is recommended that the HVAC system be updated in the short term and a full balancing and retro-
commissioning program be initiated to ensure proper ventilation rates are being provided to the occupied and
unoccupied areas of the building. Full building automation is also recommended.
4.1.2 Code Compliance
This section discusses relative compliance to current applicable codes, standards, legislation and by-laws.
Where non-compliance is observed at the facilities, MPL is to notify the City immediately. The building is
constructed with non-combustible materials (steel, concrete, masonry, etc.) with Business And Personal
Services (Group D). The building is equipped with a fire alarm system and ABC type fire extinguishers.
The following items require repair for code compliance: The stair guards are slightly less than the required 42”
above finished floor (AFF), the stair nosings are not in contrasting colour, and the roof access ladder guard is
less than 42” AFF. Firestopping and fire separation breaches occur in the various service rooms.
5.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
5.1 Data Review
No operation and maintenance (O&M) policies or service contracts were reviewed.
5.2 Commentary
The building receives basic minimal servicing with the exception of monthly inspections of health and safety
equipment (fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, etc.).
5.3 Recommended Minimum Procedures
City is recommended to develop and O & M policy in the short term.
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6.0 LIMITATIONS
The opinions of probable cost provided in this report are estimations only and are subject to confirmation and
adjustment when tenders from suitably qualified contractors are obtained.
Any opinions of probable cost and any maintenance, repair or replacement schedules contained in this report
are based on the assumption that the recommendations contained in this report will be carried out, that the
property will be maintained on a regular and routine basis by skilled and qualified tradesmen and that a
program of periodic professional review will be carried out throughout the life of the property. Failure to
undertake any of these tasks in an expeditious manner may result in unanticipated failure of any of the systems
and components that form the property and its improvements and lead to issues of public safety.
The information presented in this report is based on direct visual observation made by personnel with McIntosh
Perry Limited and in some instances as noted within the report on information provided by others.
Recommendations contained within our report reflect our informed opinion based on the information
gathered during our investigation. The findings cannot be extended to components of the building or portions
of the site that were not reviewed or that were concealed or unavailable for direct observation at the time of
our visit. There is a possibility for additional deficiencies being present in the building which have not been
identified during our visit, given the limited nature of this review.
Our mandate was to complete a visual walk-through survey of items, components and systems that were
conspicuous, patent and which could be observed visually during the walk-through survey without intrusion,
removal of material, exploratory probing or the use of special equipment. Therefore, concealed or inaccessible
physical deficiencies were specifically excluded from our mandate. Our interviews of building personnel
attempted to uncover known concerns in the building, but we cannot attest to the integrity or knowledge of
the interviewees, nor can this process, or the accepted scope of work in its entirety, be considered technically
exhaustive or be considered to eliminate all risks related to owning or having a financial interest in this
property.
No legal survey, soil test, detailed structural engineering investigation, or quantity survey compilation have
been made. Our scope of services for this assignment did not include a design review or engineering analysis
of any of the building’s systems or components. No responsibility, therefore, is assumed concerning these
matters, or for any failure to carry out those technical or engineering procedures required to discover any
inherent or hidden condition of this property since such investigation work was not included in the terms of
reference governing this study.
The conclusions and recommendations detailed in this report are based upon the information available at the
time of preparation of the report. No investigative method eliminates the possibility of obtaining imprecise or
incomplete information. Professional judgment was exercised in gathering and analyzing the information
obtained and in the formulation of our conclusions and recommendations. The recommendations are not
intended to be utilized as a detailed specification for any remedial work that may be required. McIntosh Perry
Limited accepts no responsibility for interpretation of our recommendations, or actions taken based on them
without our consultation and supervision.
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The mechanical and electrical equipment and the fire safety systems were visually assessed where accessible.
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BUILDING CONDITION ASSESSMENT
APPENDIX A - BUILDING COMPONENT LISTING
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, A101001 Wall Foundations - Poured The original building foundations The foundations are in good Foundation to last life of building. Good Life Cycle 100 53 53 47 2070 1 100% 1 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound Concrete are constructed of poured condition where exposed. Minor No repairs carried.
concrete on strip concrete cracking was noted on exterior
footings. walls at grade.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, A101001 Wall Foundations - Poured The north addition building The foundations are in good Foundation to last life of building. Good Life Cycle 100 13 13 87 2110 1 100% 1 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound Concrete foundations are constructed of condition where exposed. Minor No repairs carried.
poured concrete on strip concrete cracking was noted on exterior
footings. walls at grade.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, A103001 Standard Slab on Grade Poured concrete slab-on grade is The slabs are in good condition Slab to last life of building. Allow Good Life Cycle 100 53 53 47 2070 12850 100% 12850 sf $15 $192,750 $19,275 $19,275 $38,550 $231,300
Police Services Owen Sound installed throughout the building. with no significant settlement. for repairs under the Finishes
Minor cracking and scaling has Section.
developed at area drains.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, A103001 Standard Slab on Grade Poured concrete slab-on grade is The slab is in good condition with Slab to last life of building. Allow Good Life Cycle 100 13 13 87 2110 3700 0% 0 sf $20 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound installed at the addition. no significant settlement. for crack repairs under the
Finishes Section.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, A103001 Standard Slab on Grade Poured concrete slab-on grade is The slab is in fair condition with Allow for slab reconditioning, Fair Life Cycle 100 13 13 87 2110 1500 100% 1500 sf $20 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound installed at the Sally Port addition. notable cracking, inadequate improved drainage, and non-slip
Floor is sloped to two drains. slope to drain, and worn surface finish.
paint finish.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, A103006 Foundation Drainage 4" weeping tile is presumed to be The drainage systems are in good Allow for long term repairs to the Good Life Cycle 50 53 45 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound installed around the building condition with no known or weeping tile system.
perimeter. reported issues.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B101001 Floor Construction - Structural The original floor construction is The floor structure is in good Structure is to last life of building. Good Life Cycle 100 53 53 47 2070 12850 100% 12850 sf $75 $963,750 $96,375 $96,375 $192,750 $1,156,500
Police Services Owen Sound Frame framed precast concrete hollow condition with no notable Major repairs are not anticipated.
core slabs supported on steel I movement or cracking noted.
beams and columns and masonry
block walls.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B102001 Roof Construction - Structural The roof is framed precast The roof structure is in good Structure is to last life of building. Good Life Cycle 100 53 53 47 2070 12850 100% 12850 sf $75 $963,750 $96,375 $96,375 $192,750 $1,156,500
Police Services Owen Sound Frame concrete hollow core slabs condition with no notable Major repairs are not anticipated.
supported on steel I beams and movement or cracking noted.
columns and masonry block walls.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B102001 Roof Construction - Structural The roof at the addition is The roof structure is in good Structure is to last life of building. Fair Life Cycle 100 13 13 87 2110 5200 100% 5200 sf $75 $390,000 $39,000 $39,000 $78,000 $468,000
Police Services Owen Sound Frame constructed with 6" deep precast condition with no notable Major repairs are not anticipated.
concrete hollow core slabs movement or cracking noted. Painting is carried as a separate
spanning full width and supported item under Finishes Section.
on masonry block walls.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B201001 Exterior Closure - Metal Siding Prefinished corrugated metal The siding is in good condition. Replace in the short term. Good Life Cycle 40 1 1 39 2062 800 100% 800 sf $33 $26,400 $2,640 $2,640 $5,280 $31,680
Police Services Owen Sound siding, with insulation and interior Installed 2022.
liner panel, is installed at the
north elevation of the Mechanical
Room.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B201001 Exterior Closure - Brick The original building is The brick is in fair-to-good Extensive brick Fair Life Cycle 30 53 29 1 2024 9800 25% 2450 sf $125 $306,250 $30,625 $30,625 $61,250 $367,500
Police Services Owen Sound constructed with solid clay brick condition overall but is suffering repair/replacement is required in
masonry. The brick is exposed in from notable spalling, cracking, the short term. Matching brick
both stairwells with extension and mortar loss at both stairwells and mortar will be difficult.
wings extending to the exterior. and upper parapet sections Alternatively, the upper sections
Remaining interior walls have (approximately 12 upper courses). could be clad in decorative metal
block back-up with metal studs, Poorly executed repairs have been siding or EIFS. Removing loose
insulation, and gypsum board conducted in previous years but sections of brick and mortar is
finish. deterioration is continuing. required to mitigate damages and
Further deterioration was noted potential liability from falling
along some sections at grade, and materials until a comprehensive
at the quarry tile window sill repair is made. Thermography is
feature tie-in's. carried under Section H.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B201001 Exterior Closure - Brick North addition exterior walls are The brick is in good condition with Brick replacement is not Good Life Cycle 30 13 13 17 2040 3800 5% 190 sf $47 $8,930 $893 $893 $1,786 $10,716
Police Services Owen Sound constructed with a clay brick no notable damage or cracking. R- anticipated. Allow for localized
veneer with air space, insulation, value unknown. repairs in the short term.
and masonry block back-up.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B201001 Exterior Closure - Brick Metal wall louvers on south and The louvers are in fair condition. Clean and refurbish in the short Fair Life Cycle 40 53 39 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,800 $7,800 $780 $780 $1,560 $9,360
Police Services Owen Sound west elevations. term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B201008 Exterior Soffits Prefinished metal soffits and The soffits and fascia are in fair Refurbish ceramic tiled soffits in Fair Life Cycle 40 53 39 1 2024 420 100% 420 sf $29 $12,180 $1,218 $1,218 $2,436 $14,616
Police Services Owen Sound ceramic mosaic tiled soffits are condition. the short term. Metal soffits are
installed. to be replaced with window
replacements.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B201011 Joint Sealant Sealant at windows and doors. The sealants are in poor condition Replace sealants with windows Poor Life Cycle 20 53 19 1 2024 3000 100% 3000 lf $25 $75,000 $7,500 $7,500 $15,000 $90,000
Police Services Owen Sound with notable failure. Some areas and doors in the short term.
have no sealants.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B202001 Windows Aluminum framed windows in The windows, dated 1969, are in Replace windows due to Poor Life Cycle 25 53 24 1 2024 800 100% 800 sf $235 $188,000 $18,800 $18,800 $37,600 $225,600
Police Services Owen Sound fixed configuration are installed at poor condition and have exceeded inefficiencies. Pricing reflects
the north, east, and west service life. difficulty in execution and
elevations. The installation detailing requirements.
includes prefinished metal
mullions, column capping, and
infill panels at window heads.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203001 Solid Doors Hollow metal doors in hollow The doors and frames are in poor Replace doors and accessories in Poor Life Cycle 25 53 24 1 2024 2 100% 2 EA $5,500 $11,000 $1,100 $1,100 $2,200 $13,200
Police Services Owen Sound metal frames installed at the condition with notable corrosion. the short term.
stairwell to roof. Doors are Insulating value is marginal.
equipped with older hardware,
and self-closers. Some doors
include vision panels .
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203001 Solid Doors Hollow metal doors in hollow The doors and frames are in poor Replace doors and accessories in Poor Life Cycle 25 53 24 1 2024 2 100% 2 EA $5,500 $11,000 $1,100 $1,100 $2,200 $13,200
Police Services Owen Sound metal frames installed at the condition with notable corrosion. the short term.
Mechanical Room. Doors are Insulating value is marginal.
equipped with older hardware,
and self-closers.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203001 Solid Doors Institutional metal door and The door and frame are in fair Allow to refurbish door and frame Fair Life Cycle 30 13 13 17 2040 1 100% 1 EA $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound frame at west side of Sally Port. condition with notable corrosion in the short term and replace in
due to slope in floor. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203002 Glazed Doors Kawneer aluminum framed, single The door and frame are in fair Replace door and accessories in Fair Life Cycle 25 30 24 1 2024 1 100% 1 EA $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound glazed double doors installed at condition with notable wear. the short term.
east entrance. Doors are equipped Insulating value is marginal.
with older hardware, and
automatic door operator.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203002 Glazed Doors Commdoor aluminum framed, The doors and frames are in fair Replace doors and accessories in Fair Life Cycle 25 15 21 4 2027 2 100% 2 EA $6,500 $13,000 $1,300 $1,300 $2,600 $15,600
Police Services Owen Sound double glazed single doors condition. Corrosion noted on the short term.
installed at west entry and infilled frames Installed 2008.
Meeting Room 117. Doors are
equipped with conventional
hardware.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203004 Overhead and Roll-Up Doors Insulated metal overhead The door is in fair condition. Replace door and accessories in Fair Life Cycle 25 13 23 2 2025 1 100% 1 EA $5,500 $5,500 $550 $550 $1,100 $6,600
Police Services Owen Sound sectional door (6'x8') is installed at Issues were reported. the short term.
Room N02.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203004 Overhead and Roll-Up Doors Insulated metal overhead The door is in good condition. Replace door and accessories in Good Life Cycle 25 13 13 12 2035 1 100% 1 EA $6,500 $6,500 $650 $650 $1,300 $7,800
Police Services Owen Sound sectional door (10'x10') is installed Circa 2010. the long term. Refurbish doors
at Sally Port Room N01. Includes and accessories under O & M.
Zap 800 door control, and door
actuator device.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203004 Overhead and Roll-Up Doors Insulated metal overhead The door is in good condition. Replace door and accessories in Good Life Cycle 25 13 13 12 2035 1 100% 1 EA $7,300 $7,300 $730 $730 $1,460 $8,760
Police Services Owen Sound sectional door (12'x10') is installed Circa 2010. the long term. Refurbish doors
at Sally Port Room N01. Includes and accessories under O & M.
Zap 800 door control, and door
actuator device.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203004 Overhead and Roll-Up Doors Insulated metal overhead The door is in good condition. Replace door and accessories in Good Life Cycle 25 13 13 12 2035 1 100% 1 EA $7,000 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound sectional door (12'x8') is installed Circa 2010. the long term. Refurbish doors
at Vehicle Storage 125. Includes and accessories under O & M.
LiftMaster door operator.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B203004 Overhead and Roll-Up Doors Steel frames of overhead doors The door frames are in good Refurbish door frames to rid of Good Life Cycle 20 15 18 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $3,300 $3,300 $330 $330 $660 $3,960
Police Services Owen Sound have painted finish. condition with notable corrosion. corrosion.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B301002 Exterior Door Hardware Main entry door hardware. Entry doors hardware includes Update door hardware on two Fair Life Cycle 25 0 24 1 2024 2 100% 2 EA $6,700 $13,400 $1,340 $1,340 $2,680 $16,080
Police Services Owen Sound Horton auto operators. doors in the short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B301002 Low Slope Membrane Systems The roof system (Sections 1 and 2) The roof system is in good Replace roof system in the long Good Life Cycle 20 7 10 10 2033 11965 100% 11965 sf $28 $335,020 $33,502 $33,502 $67,004 $402,024
Police Services Owen Sound is a proprietary type by Garland. condition though there is no term.
Composition is presumed to be prominent slope to drain.
modified bitumen membrane with Installed in 2016 by Garland.
asphalt flood coat and pea gravel Extensive ponding was noted.
surface.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B301002 Low Slope Membrane Systems The roof system (Sections 3) is a The roof system is in fair condition Replace roof system in the short Fair Life Cycle 20 16 17 3 2026 4459 100% 4459 sf $28 $124,852 $12,485 $12,485 $24,970 $149,822
Police Services Owen Sound two-ply modified bitumen with fairly good slope to drain. term.
membrane. Insulation type and Blister repairs are notable
thickness are not known. throughout. Installed in 2009.
Minor ponding was noted.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B301002 Low Slope Membrane Systems The roof system (Sections 4, 5, 6) The roof systems are in poor Replace roof systems in the short Poor Life Cycle 30 50 30 0 2023 2200 100% 2200 sf $35 $77,000 $7,700 $7,700 $15,400 $92,400
Police Services Owen Sound are a combination of copper, condition. term.
EPDM, and ballasted EPDM. The
roof sections could not be directly
accessed for inspection.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B301002 Low Slope Membrane Systems Roof access ladder installed at The ladder is in good condition Replace ladder in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 14 14 26 2049 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound lower roof level. but does not extend to 42" AFF. Modify guard height under O & M.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, B301004 Flashings and Trim Prefinished metal flashings are The roof flashings are in fair Allow to replace the roof flashings Fair Life Cycle 20 7 9 11 2034 1 100% 1 LS $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound installed. condition. Seams on lower roofs in the long term with roof
are not sealed, and some sections assembly. Repair under O & M.
have no slope.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C101005 Interior Windows Wood framed windows with The windows are in good Window replacement is not Good Life Cycle 60 15 15 45 2068 0 100% 0 L-SUM $35,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound laminate glass are installed at the condition. anticipated.
2nd floor office areas.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C102001 Standard Interior Doors Wood and metal core doors in The doors and hardware are in Allow to update doors and Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 55 100% 55 EA $3,800 $209,000 $20,900 $20,900 $41,800 $250,800
Police Services Owen Sound metal frames are installed. good condition. hardware in the long term.
Includes standard lever pass sets
with Medeco cylinders.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C102001 Standard Interior Doors Older metal doors with GWG are The doors and hardware are in Allow to update doors and Fair Life Cycle 50 53 45 5 2028 4 100% 4 EA $5,000 $20,000 $2,000 $2,000 $4,000 $24,000
Police Services Owen Sound installed in the corridors. Includes fair condition. hardware in the long term.
standard pass sets with self-
closers.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103011 Firestopping Penetrations Firestopping is installed in most The firestopping is in fair Allow for repairs. Fair Life Cycle 30 15 30 0 2023 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,000 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound locations. condition. Allow to fill voids
where breached at main
mechanical rooms. Verify that
foam firestopping is actually UL
rated; O & M.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103002 Toilet And Bath Accessories Metal partitions at Women's The fittings are in fair condition. Replace fittings in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 20 28 19 1 2024 3 100% 3 EA $1,500 $4,500 $450 $450 $900 $5,400
Police Services Owen Sound Washroom at main floor level.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103002 Toilet And Bath Accessories Laminate partitions at Men's The fittings are in fair condition. Replace fittings in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 20 15 12 8 2031 7 100% 7 EA $1,500 $10,500 $1,050 $1,050 $2,100 $12,600
Police Services Owen Sound Washroom at main floor level,
and Locker Rooms at 2nd floor
level.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103002 Toilet And Bath Accessories Washrooms are fitted with grab The fittings are in fair condition. Replace fittings in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 20 14 14 6 2029 1 100% 1 L-SUM $4,500 $4,500 $450 $450 $900 $5,400
Police Services Owen Sound bars, paper and soap dispensers,
Comac 2300-W hand dryers, and
waste receptacles at 1st floor
washrooms.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103014 Casework Wood cabinets and laminate The millwork is in good condition Allow to update cabinetry in the Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,400 $7,400 $740 $740 $1,480 $8,880
Police Services Owen Sound wood countertop at Meeting with general wear. long term.
Room 217.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103014 Casework Wood cabinets and laminate The millwork is in good condition Allow to update cabinetry in the Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound wood countertop at Lunch Room with general wear. long term.
119.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103014 Casework Wood cabinets and laminate The millwork is in good condition Allow to update cabinetry in the Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,400 $9,400 $940 $940 $1,880 $11,280
Police Services Owen Sound wood countertop at Reception with general wear. long term.
area 113. Includes vinyl plank
flooring.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103014 Casework Millwork throughout foyer area. The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 40 24 24 16 2039 1 100% 1 L-SUM $65,000 $65,000 $6,500 $6,500 $13,000 $78,000
Police Services Owen Sound condition. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103009 Cabinets Wood storage closets at Meeting The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 L-SUM $20,000 $20,000 $2,000 $2,000 $4,000 $24,000
Police Services Owen Sound Room 240. condition. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103009 Cabinets Wood storage closets at Meeting The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 L-SUM $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound Room 117. condition. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103009 Cabinets Miscellaneous metal cabinets are The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 30 10 10 20 2043 1 100% 1 L-SUM $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound installed throughout the main condition. the long term.
floor.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103099 Other Interior Specialties Window blinds are installed. The blinds are in fair condition. Allow to replace blinds in the Fair Life Cycle 20 25 18 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $20,000 $20,000 $2,000 $2,000 $4,000 $24,000
Police Services Owen Sound Original windows have integral short term.
blinds.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103005 Lockers Metal lockers are installed at The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 25 15 11 14 2037 1 100% 1 L-SUM $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound Locker Rooms. Comprised of condition. the long term.
approximately 75 full-height.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103005 Lockers Metal lockers are installed at The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 25 15 11 14 2037 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound Corridor N15. Comprised of condition. the long term.
approximately 16 full-height.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103005 Lockers Metal lockers are installed at The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 25 15 11 14 2037 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound Property Drop-Off Room 130. condition. the long term.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103008 Counters Laminate wood countertops at 1st The millwork is in fair condition Allow to update counters in the Fair Life Cycle 20 28 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound floor washrooms. with general wear. short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C103008 Counters Laminate wood countertops at The millwork is in good condition Allow to update counters in the Fair Life Cycle 20 15 12 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,000 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound 2nd floor Locker Rooms. with general wear. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C201001 Interior Stair Construction Steel framed stairs are installed at The stairs, handrails, and guards Replacement of components is Good Life Cycle 60 53 53 7 2030 0 100% 0 L-SUM $4,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound east and west sides of building. are in good condition. Guard not anticipated. Allow to modify
Handrails at 34.5" AFF and guards height is less than 42" AFF. guards to 42" AFF under O & M.
at 41.8" AFF.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C202001 Interior Stair Finish Stairs have painted steel stringers, The stair finishes are in fair Update finishes in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 25 53 20 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,800 $27,000 $2,700 $2,700 $5,400 $32,400
Police Services Owen Sound guards, and handrails. Handrail is condition but dated.
capped in vinyl. Treads are
finished and landings are finished
with quarry tile. Spline type ceiling
tiles are installed.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302001 Tile Floor Finishes Ceramic mosaic tile is installed on The finishes are in fair condition. Allow to replace flooring in the Fair Life Cycle 30 28 29 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $26,000 $26,000 $2,600 $2,600 $5,200 $31,200
Police Services Owen Sound floors, and ceramic tile on walls of short term.
the 1st floor washrooms.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302001 Tile Floor Finishes Ceramic tile installed at main The finishes are in good condition. Allow to replace flooring in the Good Life Cycle 25 24 20 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $30,000 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound foyer 112 and public washroom. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302005 Carpeting 2nd floor select offices have sheet The finishes are in fair condition. Allow to replace flooring in the Fair Life Cycle 15 15 13 2 2025 12000 30% 3600 sf $6 $21,600 $2,160 $2,160 $4,320 $25,920
Police Services Owen Sound carpet floors. short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302005 Carpeting 1st floor select offices have sheet The finishes are in fair condition. Allow to replace flooring in the Fair Life Cycle 15 15 13 2 2025 12000 30% 3600 sf $6 $21,600 $2,160 $2,160 $4,320 $25,920
Police Services Owen Sound carpet floors. short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302004 Resilient Floor Finishes 2nd floor interior finishes include The finishes are in fair condition. Allow to replace vinyl tile flooring Fair Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 12000 70% 8400 sf $11 $92,400 $9,240 $9,240 $18,480 $110,880
Police Services Owen Sound a standard vinyl tile flooring with in the long term.
vinyl base moulding at service
rooms, washrooms, and corridors.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302004 Resilient Floor Finishes 1st floor interior finishes include a The finishes are in fair condition. Allow to replace vinyl tile flooring Fair Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 12000 60% 7200 sf $11 $79,200 $7,920 $7,920 $15,840 $95,040
Police Services Owen Sound standard vinyl tile flooring with in the long term.
vinyl base moulding at service
rooms, meeting room 117, lunch
room 119, and corridors.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302004 Resilient Floor Finishes Vinyl sheet flooring installed in The finishes are in good condition. Allow to replace vinyl flooring in Good Life Cycle 20 4 4 16 2039 150 100% 150 sf $11 $1,650 $165 $165 $330 $1,980
Police Services Owen Sound portion of 1st floor corridor. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302007 Painting And Staining Floors Painted concrete flooring at The flooring finish is in fair Allow to prepare and repaint Fair Life Cycle 15 15 14 1 2024 2600 100% 2600 sf $8 $20,800 $2,080 $2,080 $4,160 $24,960
Police Services Owen Sound mechanical rooms. condition with notable wear. flooring finish in the short term.
Curbs are not painted contrasting Allow for minor repairs to
colour. concrete.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C302007 Painting And Staining Floors Painted concrete flooring The flooring finish is in fair Allow to prepare and repaint Fair Life Cycle 15 15 14 1 2024 3500 100% 3500 sf $8 $28,000 $2,800 $2,800 $5,600 $33,600
Police Services Owen Sound throughout holding cell areas. condition with notable wear. flooring finish in the short term.
Allow for minor repairs to
concrete.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C301005 Painting To Walls Painted gypsum board walls are The paint finish is in good Allow to prepare and repaint Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 29000 100% 29000 sf $3 $87,000 $8,700 $8,700 $17,400 $104,400
Police Services Owen Sound installed throughout the building. condition. ceiling finish in the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C301005 Painting To Walls Painted masonry block walls The paint finish is in good Allow to prepare and repaint Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 9000 100% 9000 sf $3 $27,000 $2,700 $2,700 $5,400 $32,400
Police Services Owen Sound through Sally Port and holding condition. ceiling finish in the long term.
cells addition.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C303004 Acoustical Ceiling Tiles And Panels Lay-in tile ceilings are installed at The ceiling panels are in good Replace ceiling system in the long Good Life Cycle 20 15 11 9 2032 12000 100% 12000 sf $9 $108,000 $10,800 $10,800 $21,600 $129,600
Police Services Owen Sound the second floor offices, meeting condition. term.
rooms, and corridors.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C303004 Acoustical Ceiling Tiles And Panels Lay-in tile ceilings are installed at The ceiling panels are in good Replace ceiling system in the long Good Life Cycle 20 15 11 9 2032 12000 100% 12000 sf $9 $108,000 $10,800 $10,800 $21,600 $129,600
Police Services Owen Sound the first floor offices, meeting condition. term.
rooms, and corridors.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C101001 Fixed Partitions Metal wire enclosure at Vehicle The components are in good Replace in the long term. Good Life Cycle 50 10 10 40 2063 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound Examination area. condition.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, C101001 Fixed Partitions Interior walls are predominantly The walls are in good condition. Partition and gypsum board Good Life Cycle 75 53 53 22 2045 0 100% 0 sf $22 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound painted masonry block. Metal replacement not anticipated.
stud framed with painted gypsum
board are used in some areas.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D101002 Passenger Elevators Otis dumbwaiter and controls at The elevator is in poor condition Remove under O & M. Poor Life Cycle 30 53 30 0 2023 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound Penthouse Mechanical Room. and abandoned.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D101002 Passenger Elevators Hydraulic elevator is installed at The elevator is in fair condition. Allow to replace elevator in the Fair Life Cycle 25 15 23 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $175,000 $175,000 $17,500 $17,500 $35,000 $210,000
Police Services Owen Sound building. The Federal Elevator (s# Reported that elevator main shaft short term. Include security
F-3686) was installed in 2008. is not vertically aligned which is controls.
Rated at 635-kg capacity, 3-HP, affecting performance. Serviced
1650-RPM, 208-V, 3-P, 35-L pump. by Davidson-Hill Elevator Inc.
Entry width at 36" clear.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D101002 Passenger Elevators Cab finishes include vinyl floor The elevator finishes are in good Allow to replace finishes in the Fair Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $10,000 $10,000 $1,000 $1,000 $2,000 $12,000
Police Services Owen Sound tile, laminate wall panels, and condition. long term.
metal ceiling. Handrail at 32" AFF.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Stainless steel sink and faucet at The fixture and faucet are in fair Allow to update fixture and faucet Fair Life Cycle 20 13 13 7 2030 1 100% 1 L-SUM $3,100 $3,100 $310 $310 $620 $3,720
Police Services Owen Sound Sally Port. condition. in the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Quarry tiled slop sinks and faucets The sinks are in poor condition Allow to update fixtures in the Poor Life Cycle 20 53 18 2 2025 2 100% 2 EA $3,500 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound at Penthouse Mechanical Room and the faucet is in good short term.
and Main Floor Mechanical Room. condition.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures PVC slop sink and faucet at Cell The sink and faucet are in good Allow to update components in Good Life Cycle 20 13 13 7 2030 1 100% 1 L-SUM $4,000 $4,000 $400 $400 $800 $4,800
Police Services Owen Sound Custodian Room N16. condition. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Stainless steel sinks and faucets The sinks and faucets are in good Allow to update components in Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 4 100% 4 EA $2,300 $9,200 $920 $920 $1,840 $11,040
Police Services Owen Sound are installed in several first floor condition. the long term.
rooms.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Recessed metal vanity sinks, wall The fixtures are in fair condition Allow to update fixtures in the Fair Life Cycle 20 28 19 1 2024 11 100% 11 EA $2,000 $22,000 $2,200 $2,200 $4,400 $26,400
Police Services Owen Sound mounted Crane toilets and urinals but are in need of updating. short term.
are installed at the 1st floor
washrooms. The fixtures use
toggle flush valves.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Crane vitreous clay wall mounted The fixtures are in good condition. Allow to update fixtures in the Good Life Cycle 20 15 14 6 2029 9 100% 9 EA $2,500 $22,500 $2,250 $2,250 $4,500 $27,000
Police Services Owen Sound sink and floor mounted toilet at long term.
Rooms 239, 118, N14, and 110.
Room 110 also includes a urinal.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Willoughby industrial fixtures in The fixtures are in good condition. Allow to update fixtures in the Good Life Cycle 25 15 14 11 2034 16 100% 16 EA $9,000 $144,000 $14,400 $14,400 $28,800 $172,800
Police Services Owen Sound holding cells. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D2010 Plumbing Fixtures Men's Locker Room is comprised The fixtures are in good condition. Allow to update fixtures in the Good Life Cycle 25 15 14 11 2034 11 100% 11 EA $2,500 $27,500 $2,750 $2,750 $5,500 $33,000
Police Services Owen Sound of two PVC shower stalls, 2 Crane long term.
urinals, 2 Crane toilets, and 2
metal vanity sinks. Women's
Locker Room comprised of one
PVC shower stall, 2 Crane toilets,
and 2 metal lavatories.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D201099 Emergency Fixtures Haws eyewash station at Sally The fixtures are in fair condition. Allow to replace fixture in the long Fair Life Cycle 20 13 13 7 2030 1 100% 1 L-SUM $4,000 $4,000 $400 $400 $800 $4,800
Police Services Owen Sound Port. Service tag was not affixed to term. General refurbishment
fixture and tempered water required; O & M issue.
supply not verified.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202001 Pipes And Fittings Domestic water piping and Domestic water piping is in fair Replace piping, fitting, and Fair Life Cycle 40 53 38 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $75,000 $75,000 $7,500 $7,500 $15,000 $90,000
Police Services Owen Sound associated fittings. condition. Partially insulated with insulations at end of lifecycle.
fiberglass insulation. Newer
fractional horsepower circulation
pump is installed at Mechanical
Room 122.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment 4" to 2" domestic water service is Incoming water service is in fair Replace service entrance in the Fair Life Cycle 30 53 28 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $16,000 $16,000 $1,600 $1,600 $3,200 $19,200
Police Services Owen Sound fed from south side of the building condition. short term with new meter,
to a meter with bypass and BFP at fittings, and bypass.
Mechanical Room 122. Service
entry piping is black steel and
distribution piping is primarily
copper. Sections of galvanized are
also present.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment Premise BFP installed is a Watts The BFP is in good condition. Replace BFP in the long term. Good Life Cycle 25 17 17 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound (m# LF007M1Q7, s# 063333) type.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment BFP installed is a Watts (m# The BFP is in good condition. Replace BFP in the long term. Good Life Cycle 25 17 17 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $1,200 $1,200 $120 $120 $240 $1,440
Police Services Owen Sound 440199) type.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment BFP installed is a Watts (m# The BFP is in good condition. Replace BFP in the long term. Good Life Cycle 25 17 17 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $2,000 $2,000 $200 $200 $400 $2,400
Police Services Owen Sound 619678) type.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment Hose station at Sally Port. The components are in good Replace hose stations in the long Good Life Cycle 15 15 9 6 2029 1 100% 1 L-SUM $1,400 $1,400 $140 $140 $280 $1,680
Police Services Owen Sound condition. term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment Giant (m# 172E-3F8M-OH-K, s# A The heater is in good condition. Provide new heater at end of life Good Life Cycle 15 8 8 7 2030 1 100% 1 EA $6,000 $6,000 $600 $600 $1,200 $7,200
Police Services Owen Sound 7605141) gas-fired hot water Installed in 2015. cycle.
heater is installed in Mechanical
Room 122. The heater is rated at
73.7-USGal capacity and 3800-W.
This is a rental heater.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D202003 Domestic Water Equipment Giant (m# 172E-3F5M, s# A The heater is in fair condition. Replace heater in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 15 24 14 1 2024 1 100% 1 EA $8,000 $8,000 $800 $800 $1,600 $9,600
Police Services Owen Sound 2703223) electric hot water Installed in 1999.
heater is installed at Mechanical
Room 122. The heater is rated at
60-US Gal and 4500-W.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D203001 Waste Pipe and Fittings ABS, copper and cast iron sanitary The drainage systems are in fair Allow for long term major repairs Fair Life Cycle 50 53 49 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $75,000 $75,000 $7,500 $7,500 $15,000 $90,000
Police Services Owen Sound drainage piping and fittings are condition with no known or to the sanitary drainage systems.
installed throughout the building. reported issues.
The piping is fed to the municipal
system.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D204001 Rain Water Drainage - Pipe And Rainwater leaders are cast iron. The piping is in fair condition. Allow to replace roof drain and Fair Life Cycle 50 53 45 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $27,000 $27,000 $2,700 $2,700 $5,400 $32,400
Police Services Owen Sound Fittings leaders in the long term. Replace
roof drains with roof membrane.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D301002 Gas Supply System Gas is supplied to the building Gas supply system is in good Replace gas supply system at end Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 L-SUM $13,000 $13,000 $1,300 $1,300 $2,600 $15,600
Police Services Owen Sound from the utility provider. Piping is condition. of life cycle. Repaint piping to
provided to the water heater, yellow under O & M.
boilers, and unit heaters.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D302002 Hot Water Boilers Gas-fired heating boiler by The boiler is in good condition. Replace boiler at end of service Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $75,000 $75,000 $7,500 $7,500 $15,000 $90,000
Police Services Owen Sound Patterson-Kelly is a Thermific (m# life.
N-700) installed in 2008. The
boiler is rated at 700-MBH input
and 595-MBH output, 120-V, 1-P,
8-A.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D302002 Hot Water Boilers Gas-fired heating boiler by The boiler is in good condition. Replace boiler at end of service Good Life Cycle 20 12 12 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $75,000 $75,000 $7,500 $7,500 $15,000 $90,000
Police Services Owen Sound Patterson-Kelly is a Thermific (m# life.
N-700, s# AY10-11-35281)
installed in 2011. The boiler is
rated at 700-MBH input and 595-
MBH output, 120-V, 1-P, 8-A.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304003 Hot Water Distribution Systems Temperature and control valves The heating valves are in good Allow for full system flush, Fair Life Cycle 25 22 22 3 2026 1 100% 1 L-SUM $115,000 $115,000 $11,500 $11,500 $23,000 $138,000
Police Services Owen Sound for heating system. condition where replaced. Many chemical balance checks, and
temperature and control valves replacement of 3-way valves with
have failed in recent years and 2-way valves with VFD's in the
have subsequently been replaced. short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D305006 Package Units Carrier (m# 48HJE007---161, s# The packaged unit is in fair Replace unit in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 20 16 16 4 2027 1 100% 1 L-SUM $43,000 $43,000 $4,300 $4,300 $8,600 $51,600
Police Services Owen Sound 0107G30266) roof-top packaged condition and nearing end of
unit with 115-MBH input, 93.2- service life. R-22 refrigerant is
MBH output, 4-Ton cooling with R- ozone depleting.
22 refrigerant, is installed at roof
level. Serves the Cell and Sally
Port areas.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304008 Air Handling Units Carrier air handling unit located in The AHU is the only source of air Replace unit in the short term Poor Life Cycle 50 50 49 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $1,350,000 $1,350,000 $135,000 $135,000 $270,000 $1,620,000
Police Services Owen Sound Penthouse Mechanical Room. The movement for the building. It with two separate air handlers;
unit is original to the building and requires replacement to improve one for the perimeter duct
was modified in 2008 from a dual efficiencies and air quality. The system, and one for the interior
duct unit (hot and cold air isolation springs have collapsed. duct system.
streams) to a variabel air volume One refrigeration circuit has
(VAV) type system with reheat, failed, while the other two circuits
distributing air at single have been rebuilt with new
temperature. No data plate compressors in the Mechanical
located. Includes Sheldons Room and condensers on the
Engineering Limited 940 Vane, roof. The Nortec humidifier
1010 Speed, s# 693800-1, 15-HP, system has been
575-V, 1800-RPM return air fan. decommissioned.
Reports indicate that the deck
system was left in place affecting
the dehumidification capability.
The unit has a hydronic heating
coil, DX cooling coil, duct
mounted humidifiers, and 3
refrigeration circuits.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304001 Air Distribution, Heating, and EH Price VAV boxes are located The VAV's are in fair condition. Replace VAV's in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 40 100% 40 EA $3,300 $132,000 $13,200 $13,200 $26,400 $158,400
Police Services Owen Sound Cooling throughout the building within Installed in 2008. Replace as needed under O & M
the ceiling plenums. Typical units where localized failure occurs.
are SDV5000 with air flow of 80
CFM to 1530 CFM with coils.
Allow for 50 VAVs.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D302004 Fuel Fired Unit Heaters Reznor (m# UDAP 175, s# BF179T) The heater is in fair condition. Replace heater in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 20 17 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,600 $5,600 $560 $560 $1,120 $6,720
Police Services Owen Sound suspended gas-fired heater is Controlled by wall thermostat.
installed at the Storage Room
N02. Rated at 175-MBH input and
145-MBH output. Dated 2006.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D302004 Fuel Fired Unit Heaters Reznor (m# UDBP 400, s# The heater is in fair condition. Replace heater in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 20 17 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $8,300 $8,300 $830 $830 $1,660 $9,960
Police Services Owen Sound BFL79Y3N38942X) suspended gas- Controlled by wall thermostat.
fired heater is installed at the Sally
Port Room N01. Rated at 400-
MBH input and 332-MBH output.
Dated 2006.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D305002 Unit Heaters Engineered Air suspended The heaters are in good condition. Replace heaters in the long term. Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 5 100% 5 EA $2,300 $11,500 $1,150 $1,150 $2,300 $13,800
Police Services Owen Sound hydronic heaters (m# H5) Controlled by wall thermostat.
suspended hydronic heaters are
installed at the Penthouse and
Main Floor Mechanical Rooms.
Rated at 1/6-HP, 3-A. Dated 2008.
Includes hydronic baseboard
heater at front foyer washroom.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Liebert condenser (m# DCST119-B, The condenser is in fair condition. Allow to replace condensing unit Fair Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $26,000 $26,000 $2,600 $2,600 $5,200 $31,200
Police Services Owen Sound s# 0841C15957) located at roof Dated 2008. in the long term.
top uses R-407C refrigerant. The
condenser is paired with an
evaporator located at the LAN
Room. Rated at 575-V, 3-A, with
two 1/4-HP fans.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Liebert evaporator section at The evaporator is in fair condition. Allow to replace evaporator unit Fair Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $29,000 $29,000 $2,900 $2,900 $5,800 $34,800
Police Services Owen Sound located at the Telephone/LAN Dated 2008. in the long term.
Room 134. Rated at 575-V.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Keeprite air cooled condenser (m# The condenser is in good Allow to replace condensing unit Good Life Cycle 20 6 6 14 2037 1 100% 1 L-SUM $30,000 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound KCM035-T5A-A13V-0725, s# condition. Dated 2017. in the long term.
172202015) located at roof top
uses R-407C refrigerant. The
condenser is paired with an
evaporator located at the
Mechanical Room. Rated at 575-
V, 3-A, with three 3/4-HP fans.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Keeprite air cooled condenser (m# The condenser is in good Allow to replace condensing unit Good Life Cycle 20 10 10 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $30,000 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound KCM035-T5A-A13V-0428, s# condition. Dated 2013. in the long term.
132306122) located at roof top
uses R-407C refrigerant. The
condenser is paired with an
evaporator located at the
Mechanical Room. Rated at 575-
V, 3-A, with three 3/4-HP fans.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Keeprite air cooled condenser (m# The condenser is in good Allow to replace condensing unit Good Life Cycle 20 9 9 11 2034 1 100% 1 L-SUM $30,000 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound KCM035-T5A-A13V-0488, s# condition. Dated 2014. in the long term.
142201206) located at roof top
uses R-407C refrigerant. The
condenser is paired with an
evaporator located at the
Mechanical Room. Rated at 575-
V, 3-A, with three 3/4-HP fans.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems The three refrigeration circuits are The components are in fair Allow to replace components in Fair Life Cycle 50 50 49 1 2024 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound comprised of 30-HP compressors condition but have exceeded the short term. Cost carried under
(2 older and 1 newer Copeland). useful life. AHU item.
All controls are antiquated and at
end of service life including
splitter.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Elios (m# DES 18MW2123051) The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 20 1 1 19 2042 2 100% 2 EA $8,000 $16,000 $1,600 $1,600 $3,200 $19,200
Police Services Owen Sound split type air conditioners, with condition. Installed 2022. the long term.
exterior condenser (m# DEA
18HOS2123OS1 at Service Room is
to be relocated), are installed in
LAN Room 235 and Room 134.
Users R410A refrigerant.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Heat Controller Inc. (m# A- The condenser is in fair condition. Allow to replace in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 20 24 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 EA $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound SMA24SC) exterior condenser at Installed 1999.
east elevation for Dispatch Room.
208-V, 1-P, 21.6 MBH cooling, R-
410A refrigerant.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D303002 Direct Expansion Systems Heat Controller Inc. evaporator at The evaporator is in fair condition. Allow to replace in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 20 24 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 EA $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound Dispatch Room. 208-V, 1-P, 21.6 Installed 1999.
MBH cooling, R-410A refrigerant.
Data label not visible.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304003 Hot Water Distribution Heating system comprised of two The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound circulation pumps by Bell & condition. Installed 2008. the long term.
Gossett with 5-HP, 575-V motors.
Rated at 120 GPM at 50' head.
Includes expansion tank by Amtrol
and air separator by Bell &
Gossett.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304003 Hot Water Distribution Heating system comprised of The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 50 15 15 35 2058 1 100% 1 L-SUM $240,000 $240,000 $24,000 $24,000 $48,000 $288,000
Police Services Owen Sound black steel piping with fiberglass condition. Installed 2008. the long term.
insulations.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304003 Hot Water Distribution Pot feeder and filter at The components are in fair Allow to replace components in Fair Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $3,000 $3,000 $300 $300 $600 $3,600
Police Services Owen Sound Mechanical Room. condition. Installed 2008. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509005 Electric Heating Supplementary heating provided The heater is in good condition. Replace heater and thermostat in Good Life Cycle 40 29 29 11 2034 1 100% 1 EA $1,800 $1,800 $180 $180 $360 $2,160
Police Services Owen Sound by electric baseboard heater at the long term.
Elevator Machine Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509005 Electric Heating Supplementary heating provided The heaters are in good condition. Replace heaters and thermostats Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 3 100% 3 EA $2,300 $6,900 $690 $690 $1,380 $8,280
Police Services Owen Sound by Stelpro electric baseboard in the long term.
heaters at Stairwells, and force
flow electric heater at main foyer.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509005 Electric Heating Supplementary heating provided The heaters are in fair condition. Replace heaters and thermostats Good Life Cycle 40 35 25 15 2038 3 100% 3 EA $3,900 $11,700 $1,170 $1,170 $2,340 $14,040
Police Services Owen Sound by older Chromalox wall mounted in the long term.
electric cabinet heaters at
Stairwells.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304001 Air Distribution, Heating, and Galvanized steel ductwork, with The ductwork, diffusers, and Replace/refurbish ductwork and Fair Life Cycle 60 53 59 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $275,000 $275,000 $27,500 $27,500 $55,000 $330,000
Police Services Owen Sound Cooling and without fiberglass insulation, grilles are combination of newer associated components in the
is installed. (2008+) and original. Components long term.
are in good to fair condition.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems The building is equipped with roof- The fan is in fair condition. Allow to replace fan in the long Fair Life Cycle 20 12 12 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $3,500 $3,500 $350 $350 $700 $4,200
Police Services Owen Sound top downblast exhaust fans. EF-8 term.
is by Greenheck (m# GB-091-4-X,
s# 11501103 0809).
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems The building is equipped with roof- The fan is in fair condition. Allow to replace fan in the long Fair Life Cycle 20 12 12 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $40,000 $40,000 $4,000 $4,000 $8,000 $48,000
Police Services Owen Sound top downblast exhaust fans. EF-6 term.
is by Greenheck (m# GB-121-3-X,
s# 11501102 0809).
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems The building is equipped with roof- The fan is in fair condition. Allow to replace fan in the long Fair Life Cycle 20 12 12 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $40,000 $40,000 $4,000 $4,000 $8,000 $48,000
Police Services Owen Sound top downblast exhaust fans. EF-4 term.
is by Greenheck (m# GB-180-10-X,
s# 11501099 0809).
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems The building is equipped with roof- The fan is in fair condition. Allow to replace fan in the long Fair Life Cycle 20 13 13 8 2031 1 100% 1 L-SUM $40,000 $40,000 $4,000 $4,000 $8,000 $48,000
Police Services Owen Sound top downblast exhaust fans. EF-2 term.
is by Greenheck (m# SB-101-4-X,
s# 10753180 0701). Serves
Storage Room N02 c/w intake air
louver.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems The building is equipped with roof- The fan is in fair condition. Allow to replace fan in the long Poor Life Cycle 20 12 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound top downblast exhaust fans. EF-1 term.
is by Greenheck (m# GB-161-3-X,
s# 10753177 0701). Serves the
Sally Port c/w intake air louver.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems Goose neck shrouds are installed The shrouds are in poor condition. Allow to replace intake/exhaust Fair Life Cycle 20 30 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $4,000 $4,000 $400 $400 $800 $4,800
Police Services Owen Sound at roof level. shrouds in the short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems Utility exhaust fan, ductwork, The components are in good Allow to update exhaust system in Good Life Cycle 20 10 8 12 2035 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound fresh air intake louver, and condition. the long term.
Telemecanique starter for E4-1 at
Vehicle Examination Room 135.
Data label was not visible.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D304007 Exhaust Systems Utility exhaust fan, ductwork, The components are in fair Allow to update exhaust system in Fair Life Cycle 20 25 18 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound fresh air intake louver, and starter condition. the short term.
for exhaust fan at Mechanical
Room 122. Data label was not
visible.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D401002 Sprinkler Water Supply Equipment 4" black steel fire line enters at The building sprinkler system is in Allow for long term refurbishment Good Life Cycle 30 17 15 15 2038 1 40% 0 L-SUM $225,000 $90,000 $9,000 $9,000 $18,000 $108,000
Police Services Owen Sound And Piping Custodian Room N16 from 2nd good condition. and localized repairs.
Avenue. Includes Victaulic alarm
valves and Potter pressure
switches for 1st floor, 2nd floor,
and Penthouse. Installed 2006.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D409002 Foam Generating Equipment Janus FM-200 suppression The suppression systems are in Replace suppression systems in Good Life Cycle 25 1 1 24 2047 2 100% 2 EA $18,000 $36,000 $3,600 $3,600 $7,200 $43,200
Police Services Owen Sound systems are installed in the LAN good condition. the long term.
Rooms 134 and 235. Cylinders are
equipped with 50-lbs to 81-lbs of
FM-200 each. Systems include
Siemens alarm panels, smoke
detectors, and pressure switches.
Installed in 2022.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D403001 Fire Extinguishing Devices Various wall-mounted fire The extinguishers are in good Replace extinguishers in the long Good Life Cycle 15 15 10 5 2028 10 100% 10 EA $225 $2,250 $225 $225 $450 $2,700
Police Services Owen Sound extinguishers are located condition and regularly serviced term.
throughout the building. as required by Georgian Bay Fire
& Safety Ltd. (800-265-3197).
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501003 Main Switchboards Building has a 3-section Canadian The switchgear is in fair condition Allow to update the service switch Fair Life Cycle 40 53 40 0 2023 1 100% 1 EA $250,000 $250,000 $25,000 $25,000 $50,000 $300,000
Police Services Owen Sound General Electric switchgear but at end of service life. in the immediate term including
assembly rated at 1600-A, addition of transfer switches.
347/600-V, 3-P, 4-W (order
number 96125538) located at
Electrical Room 123.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501007 Motor Control Centers Building has a 5-section Canadian The switchgear is in poor Allow to update the MCC in the Poor Life Cycle 40 53 40 0 2023 1 100% 1 EA $125,000 $125,000 $12,500 $12,500 $25,000 $150,000
Police Services Owen Sound General Electric motor control condition and beyond useful immediate term.
centre assembly rated at 600-A, service life.
600-V, 3-P, 4-W located at
Penthouse Mechanical Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501099 Other Service And Distribution Variable frequency drives (VFD) The components are in good Allow to replace components in Good Life Cycle 25 13 13 12 2035 1 100% 1 L-SUM $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound for supply and return fans of main condition. the long term.
AHU located at Penthouse
Mechanical Room. Includes
disconnect switch.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel Z located at Storage Room The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 1 100% 1 EA $7,000 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound N02 is a Square D (cat#
12222515900040001) 200-A,
120/208-V, 3-P, 4-W, 72-circuit
panel. Serves Sally Port power,
lighting, CO, parking lot gates,
exhaust fans, etc.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel EMA located at Mechanical The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 1 100% 1 EA $9,500 $9,500 $950 $950 $1,900 $11,400
Police Services Owen Sound Room 122 is a Square D (cat#
NQOD442L400) 400-A, 240-V, 3-P,
4-W, 42-circuit panel. Serves
power panels.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel E5 located at Mechanical The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 1 100% 1 EA $6,500 $6,500 $650 $650 $1,300 $7,800
Police Services Owen Sound Room 122 is a Square D (cat#
12242032310040001) 225-A,
208Y/120-V, 3-P, 4-W, 42-circuit
panel. Serves power and lighting
requirements.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel U2 located at Mechanical The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 1 100% 1 EA $6,500 $6,500 $650 $650 $1,300 $7,800
Police Services Owen Sound Room 122 is a Square D (cat#
12252032310040001) 225-A,
208Y/120-V, 3-P, 4-W, 42-circuit
panel. Serves power and lighting
requirements.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panels E4 located at Electrical The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 2 100% 2 EA $6,500 $13,000 $1,300 $1,300 $2,600 $15,600
Police Services Owen Sound Room 123 are Square D (cat#
12262032310040001) 225-A,
208Y/120-V, 3-P, 4-W, 84-circuit
panel. Serves power and lighting
requirements.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel "EI" by Cutler-Hammer (cat# The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 EA $3,800 $3,800 $380 $380 $760 $4,560
Police Services Owen Sound PLC130IN) 100-A, 120/208-V, 3-P,
4-W, 30-circuit panel for various
circuits is located at the Dispatch.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel 911 by Federal Pioneer (cat# The panel is in fair condition. Replace panel in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 40 10 10 30 2053 1 100% 1 EA $3,700 $3,700 $370 $370 $740 $4,440
Police Services Owen Sound Stab-lok 312-24) 100-A, 240-V, 3-
P, 4-W, 24 circuit panel for various
circuits is located at the
LAN/Telephone Room 134.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Panel E6 by Federal Pioneer (cat# The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 EA $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound NQ442L2) 225-A, 240-V, 3-P, 4-W,
42 circuit panel for various circuits
is located at the Penthouse
Mechanical Room.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Federal Pioneer (cat# NBLP 30-4L) The panels are in good condition. Replace panels in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 24 24 16 2039 2 100% 2 EA $3,800 $7,600 $760 $760 $1,520 $9,120
Police Services Owen Sound 225-A, 240-V, 3-P, 4-W, 30-circuit
panels E2 and E3 for Emergency
Power located at Electrical Room
123.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels CGE (cat# CDP) distribution panel The panel is in fair condition. Replace panel in the short term . Fair Life Cycle 40 53 39 1 2024 1 100% 1 EA $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound LP-B at Main Electrical Room 123
rated at 400-A, 120/208-V, 3-P, 4-
W.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels CGE (cat# NLB) distribution panel The panel is in fair condition. Replace panel in the short term . Fair Life Cycle 40 53 39 1 2024 1 100% 1 EA $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound AA at Main Electrical Room 123
rated at 225-A, 347/600-V, 3-P, 4-
W.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501005 Panels Square D (cat# NF418L1C) 125-A, The panel is in good condition. Replace panel in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 EA $3,100 $3,100 $310 $310 $620 $3,720
Police Services Owen Sound 600/347-V, 3-P, 4-W, 18-circuit
panel N for exhaust fans located
at Electrical Room 123.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501004 Interior Distribution Transformers Transformer at Electrical Room The transformer is in fair Replace transformer in the long Fair Life Cycle 40 24 26 14 2037 1 100% 1 EA $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound 123 by Federal Pioneer rated at condition. term.
150-kVA, 600-V to 208Y/120-V.
Located at Penthouse Mechanical
Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501004 Interior Distribution Transformers Transformer C by Ferranti Packard The transformer is in poor Replace transformer in immediate Poor Life Cycle 40 53 40 0 2023 1 100% 1 EA $7,000 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound rated at 30-kVA, 600-V to condition. term.
208Y/120-V. Located at
Penthouse Mechanical Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501004 Interior Distribution Transformers Transformer TZ by Rex The transformer is in good Replace transformer in the long Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 1 100% 1 EA $7,000 $7,000 $700 $700 $1,400 $8,400
Police Services Owen Sound Manufacturing (cat# BC30JM/Z) condition. term.
rated at 30-kVA, 600-V to
208Y/120-V. Located at Storage
Room N02.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501004 Interior Distribution Transformers Transformer T-EM by Rex The transformer is in good Replace transformer in the long Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 1 100% 1 EA $16,000 $16,000 $1,600 $1,600 $3,200 $19,200
Police Services Owen Sound Manufacturing (cat# BC75JM/Z) condition. term.
rated at 75-kVA, 600-V to
208Y/120-V. Located at
Mechanical Room 122.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501006 Enclosed Circuit Breakers Hammond splitter SP-1, and 30-A The distribution devices are in Replace devices in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 6 100% 6 EA $2,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound Federal Pioneer disconnects for good condition.
HVAC-1, ERV-1, UH-1, and Federal
Pioneer 60-A disconnects for
splitter, and Transformer TZ are
rated at 600-V. Located at Storage
Room N02.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501006 Enclosed Circuit Breakers Hammond splitter EM, and 30-A The distribution devices are in Replace devices in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 7 100% 7 EA $2,400 $16,800 $1,680 $1,680 $3,360 $20,160
Police Services Owen Sound to 200-A Federal Pioneer good condition.
disconnects are installed at
Mechanical Room 122.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501006 Enclosed Circuit Breakers Hammond splitter EM-2, and 30-A The distribution devices are in Replace devices in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 13 13 27 2050 4 100% 4 EA $2,000 $8,000 $800 $800 $1,600 $9,600
Police Services Owen Sound Federal Pioneer disconnects are good condition.
installed at Penthouse Mechanical
Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501006 Enclosed Circuit Breakers Splitter, starter switches, timers, The distribution devices are in Replace devices in immediate Poor Life Cycle 40 53 40 0 2023 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,500 $7,500 $750 $750 $1,500 $9,000
Police Services Owen Sound etc. at Penthouse Mechanical poor condition. term.
Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D501006 Enclosed Circuit Breakers Federal Pioneer 30-A disconnects The distribution devices are in Replace devices in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 2 100% 2 EA $1,200 $2,400 $240 $240 $480 $2,880
Police Services Owen Sound are installed at Elevator Machine good condition.
Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D502001 Branch Wiring Conventional three-prong The branch wiring components Allow for updating of components Fair Life Cycle 25 53 24 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound receptacles, and toggle switches are in fair condition overall. GFI in the short term as needed and
are installed. circuits are used in wet areas. remove abandoned wiring.
Extensive additions were made in
2007.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D502002 Lighting Equipment Room occupancy sensors are not Allow to add sensors and switches Fair Life Cycle 20 15 22 3 2026 1 100% 1 L-SUM $14,000 $14,000 $1,400 $1,400 $2,800 $16,800
Police Services Owen Sound installed. in the short term when updating
lighting.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D502002 Lighting Equipment The building is equipped with T8 The fixtures are in good condition. Allow to replace the fixtures in the Good Life Cycle 25 15 22 3 2026 15000 100% 15000 SF $8 $120,000 $12,000 $12,000 $24,000 $144,000
Police Services Owen Sound fluorescent light fixtures Illumination levels are adequate. short term with LED type.
throughout the first and second Some fixtures have been changed
floors. Fixtures are surface over to LED type.
mounted, suspended, and
recessed panel type. Pot lights are
PAR and CFL type. Parabolic
louvers are installed at offices.
Valence lighting is used in
stairwells.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503002 Telecommunications Computer and The components are in good No allowances carried Fair Life Cycle 10 8 8 2 2025 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound telecommunications systems are condition. Cable management
located in dispatch areas and requires improvement.
throughout office areas.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503008 Security Systems Fob security access systems by The access system is in good Allow for long term updating of Good Life Cycle 20 15 14 6 2029 1 100% 1 L-SUM $30,000 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound HID. condition. access systems.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509099 Other Special Systems And Plug-in CO devices are installed at The CO devices are in good Allow to replace devices as Good Life Cycle 8 3 3 5 2028 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound Devices the Penthouse Mechanical Room, condition. needed under O & M.
corridors, and Sally Port.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509099 Other Special Systems And Honeywell CO device installed at The CO devices are in good Allow to replace system in the Good Life Cycle 20 13 13 7 2030 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,200 $7,200 $720 $720 $1,440 $8,640
Police Services Owen Sound Devices the Sally Port. condition. CO calibration tag not long term.
affixed to device; O & M issue.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503001 Fire Alarm Systems Single stage fire alarm system by The fire panel is in good condition. Replace fire alarm in the long Good Life Cycle 25 16 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $30,000 $30,000 $3,000 $3,000 $6,000 $36,000
Police Services Owen Sound Mircom at Electrical Room 123. Installed in 2007. term.
Fire alarm panel is monitored.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503001 Fire Alarm Systems DSC fire monitoring panel located The monitoring control panel is in Replace monitoring device in the Good Life Cycle 25 16 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound at Electrical Room 123. good condition. Installed in 2007. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503001 Fire Alarm Systems Remote annunciator by Mircom at The annunciator is in good Replace annunciator in the long Good Life Cycle 25 16 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound main vestibule. Building has 18 condition. Installed in 2007. term.
zones.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503001 Fire Alarm Systems The building is equipped with heat The alarm system components are Allow to update the devices in the Good Life Cycle 25 16 16 9 2032 1 100% 1 L-SUM $35,000 $35,000 $3,500 $3,500 $7,000 $42,000
Police Services Owen Sound detectors, strobe type horns, in good condition. Most long term.
manual pull stations, and duct components were updated in
smoke detectors. 2007.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503005 Intercommunications Systems Dispatch and security software The components are in good Replacement is responsibility of Good Life Cycle 15 10 10 5 2028 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound and hardware are installed condition. Police Services. No allowances
throughout the building. carried.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503005 Intercommunications Systems Cable management includes The components are in good Replacement is responsibility of Good Life Cycle 10 10 9 1 2024 35000 100% 35000 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound conduit and trays. condition. Police Services. Allow for
maintenance and expansions as
required.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503005 Intercommunications Systems Telephone equipment located in The components are in fair Replacement is responsibility of Good Life Cycle 20 10 10 10 2033 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound building and particularly condition. Police Services. No allowances
Telephone/LAN Room 134 and carried.
main floor Electrical Room 123.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D503004 Public Address Systems Building is equipped with an The components are in fair Replace components in the long Fair Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $16,000 $16,000 $1,600 $1,600 $3,200 $19,200
Police Services Owen Sound intercom system and ceiling condition. term.
speakers.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509002 Emergency Lighting and Power LED exit lighting is installed. The lighting fixtures are in fair Replace exit signage in the long Fair Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 25 100% 25 EA $450 $11,250 $1,125 $1,125 $2,250 $13,500
Police Services Owen Sound condition. term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509002 Emergency Lighting and Power Emergency lighting is provided The fixtures are in good condition. Replace fixtures in the long term. Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 9 100% 9 EA $1,200 $10,800 $1,080 $1,080 $2,160 $12,960
Police Services Owen Sound from various battery units
throughout the building.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509002 Emergency Lighting and Power Cummins Power Generation (m# The generator provides back-up Replace generator in the long Good Life Cycle 30 16 16 14 2037 1 100% 1 L-SUM $120,000 $120,000 $12,000 $12,000 $24,000 $144,000
Police Services Owen Sound DGDK-5785721, s# A070011244) power to the building. term.
standby generator is located
within an enclosure at the west
side of the site. The generator is
rated at 125-kW (156-kVA),
347/600-V, 150-A. Dated 2007.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509099 Other Special Systems And UPS is provided. No details on UPS The UPS is in fair condition. Replace UPS in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 15 15 14 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $160,000 $160,000 $16,000 $16,000 $32,000 $192,000
Police Services Owen Sound Devices were provided.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, D509002 Emergency Lighting and Power Cummins Power Generation (m# The switch is in good condition. Replace switch in the long term. Good Life Cycle 30 16 16 14 2037 1 100% 1 L-SUM $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound BTPCB-5785289, s# A070011543) Only one transfer switch is Add switches in the short term;
transfer and by-pass isolation provided as main distribution cost carried under Switchgear
switch is located within the panel is not designed for division component.
Electrical Room. The switch is of power into life safety and non-
rated at 600-V, 225-A. Dated life safety power categories.
2007.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, E102010 Institutional Equipment Institutional metal doors and cell The equipment is in good Replace in the long term. Good Life Cycle 40 15 15 25 2048 1 100% 1 L-SUM $225,000 $225,000 $22,500 $22,500 $45,000 $270,000
Police Services Owen Sound doors. condition.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, E109004 Residential Equipment Residential appliances installed in The appliances are in good Allow to update appliances in the Good Life Cycle 15 15 12 3 2026 1 100% 1 L-SUM $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound various meeting rooms and lunch condition. short term.
room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, E109007 Athletic, Recreational, And The fitness room is located in the The equipment is in fair condition. Allow to update equipment in the Fair Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $23,000 $23,000 $2,300 $2,300 $4,600 $27,600
Police Services Owen Sound Therapeutic Equipment Room 224. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, E2020 Moveable Furnishings The offices are fitted with wood The furnishings are in good Allow to update furnishings in the Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $130,000 $130,000 $13,000 $13,000 $26,000 $156,000
Police Services Owen Sound desks, metal storage cabinets, and condition. long term.
chairs.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, E2020 Moveable Furnishings Tables and chairs in lunchroom The furnishings are in good Allow to update furnishings in the Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $7,500 $7,500 $750 $750 $1,500 $9,000
Police Services Owen Sound 119. condition. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, E2020 Moveable Furnishings Tables and chairs in parade room The furnishings are in good Allow to update furnishings in the Good Life Cycle 25 15 15 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound 104. condition. long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, F105002 Building Automation Systems The building HVAC is automated The BAS is in fair condition but Allow to update the BAS in the Fair Life Cycle 12 15 11 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $120,000 $120,000 $12,000 $12,000 $24,000 $144,000
Police Services Owen Sound with many devices installed in lacks modern platform with short term pending replacement
2008. BAS shop drawings were remote controls. The Cell addition of the main AHU and hydronic
not available for review. has no BAS capability. system.
Pneumatic devices are also used.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G203003 Pedestrian Paving - Paved Surfaces Poured concrete walks are The concrete surfacing is in good Allow for 25% replacement in the Good Life Cycle 40 25 25 15 2038 700 25% 175 SF $25 $4,375 $438 $438 $875 $5,250
Police Services Owen Sound installed around the building. condition with minimal cracking long term.
and settlement. Comprised of
newer and older sections.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G202003 Parking Lots - Paved Surfaces Poured concrete apron at The surfacing is in good condition Allow to replace the surfacing in Good Life Cycle 40 25 25 15 2038 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound overhead doors. with minimal cracking. the long term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G202003 Parking Lots - Paved Surfaces Asphaltic concrete surfacing is The surfacing is in fair condition Allow to replace the surfacing in Fair Life Cycle 30 25 25 5 2028 28000 100% 28000 SF $14 $392,000 $39,200 $39,200 $78,400 $470,400
Police Services Owen Sound installed at the north and west with notable cracking and the long term.
parking lot and drives. settlement.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G202003 Parking Lots - Paved Surfaces Asphaltic concrete surfacing is The surfacing is in fair condition Allow for repairs based on 5% of Fair Life Cycle 10 20 9 1 2024 12000 5% 600 SF $14 $8,400 $840 $840 $1,680 $10,080
Police Services Owen Sound installed at the north and west with notable cracking and replacement cost.
parking lot and drives. settlement.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G202002 Parking Lots - Curbs And Gutters Poured concrete curbing at The concrete curbing is in good Allow for repairs based on 15% of Fair Life Cycle 30 30 25 5 2028 1250 15% 188 LF $28 $5,250 $525 $525 $1,050 $6,300
Police Services Owen Sound parking lot and drives. with minor deterioration. replacement cost.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G202007 Parking Lots - Miscellaneous Access gates by FACC The gates and controllers are in Allow to components in the long Good Life Cycle 20 1 1 19 2042 3 100% 3 EA $7,500 $22,500 $2,250 $2,250 $4,500 $27,000
Police Services Owen Sound Structures And Equipment International Inc. (m# Parking Pro- good condition. Installed 2022. term.
RC0102B, s# U20113851) are
installed at the parking areas to
the north.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G204001 Fencing and Gates 5' high metal picket decorative The metal fencing is in good Replace fencing at end of service Good Life Cycle 30 20 18 12 2035 130 100% 130 LF $55 $7,150 $715 $715 $1,430 $8,580
Police Services Owen Sound fencing is installed at localized condition. life.
areas.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G204001 Fencing and Gates Perimeter fencing is limited to the The wood fencing is in good Replace fencing at end of service Good Life Cycle 30 20 18 12 2035 860 100% 860 LF $27 $23,220 $2,322 $2,322 $4,644 $27,864
Police Services Owen Sound 6' high pressure treated wood condition. life.
fencing along lot lines.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G204009 Flagpoles Two 36' high aluminum flagpoles The flagpoles are in good Replace flagpoles in the long Good Life Cycle 30 15 15 15 2038 2 100% 2 EA $3,200 $6,400 $640 $640 $1,280 $7,680
Police Services Owen Sound at east elevation by John Ewing. condition. term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G204005 Signage Metal framed illuminated site sign The signage is in fair condition. Replace signage in the long term. Fair Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $6,200 $6,200 $620 $620 $1,240 $7,440
Police Services Owen Sound is installed at the east elevation.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G204005 Signage Metal parking signage. The signage is in good condition. Replace signage in the long term. Good Life Cycle 20 15 15 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $3,000 $3,000 $300 $300 $600 $3,600
Police Services Owen Sound
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G204099 Other Site Improvements Garbage enclosure at west side of The pad and fencing are in fair Replace/refurbish in the long Fair Life Cycle 30 25 25 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,800 $9,800 $980 $980 $1,960 $11,760
Police Services Owen Sound building. condition. term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G2050 Landscaping Soft landscaping is limited to the The landscaping is in good Replace landscaping at end of Good Life Cycle 30 53 25 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound deciduous tree plantings and condition. lifecycle.
sodded areas.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G302001 Sanitary Sewer Piping Sanitary main from building is No issues noted or reported. Allow for long term repairs to the Good Life Cycle 70 53 53 17 2040 1 100% 1 L-SUM $16,000 $16,000 $1,600 $1,600 $3,200 $19,200
Police Services Owen Sound discharged to the east to 2nd storm water underground
Avenue. drainage piping.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G301002 Potable Water Distribution A 4" diameter domestic water No issues noted or reported. Allow for long term Good Life Cycle 70 53 53 17 2040 1 100% 1 L-SUM $14,000 $14,000 $1,400 $1,400 $2,800 $16,800
Police Services Owen Sound main enters the south side of the repairs/replacement to the
building from 2nd Avenue. domestic water piping and
fittings.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G301004 Fire Protection Water Distribution Public hydrants are located along No issues noted or reported. Allow for long term repairs of fire Good Life Cycle 70 15 15 55 2078 1 100% 1 L-SUM $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound 2nd Avenue. Fire Department main.
connection at east side of
addition.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G303001 Storm Sewer Piping Stormwater from roof drains and No issues noted or reported. Allow for long term repairs to the Good Life Cycle 70 53 53 17 2040 1 100% 1 L-SUM $40,000 $40,000 $4,000 $4,000 $8,000 $48,000
Police Services Owen Sound catch basins are collected and storm water underground
discharged to main sewer along drainage piping.
2nd Avenue West.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G306006 Gas Distribution Piping Natural gas is fed from the main Piping to roof and on roof level is Allow for long term repairs to the Fair Life Cycle 70 53 60 10 2033 1 100% 1 L-SUM $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound along 2nd Avenue West to the in fair condition. Painting on wall gas piping from meter to roof and
meter and regulator at the is not yellow, and there is building interior. Meter and piping
southeast corner of the building. corrosion at roof level. Piping to road considered responsibility
supports at roof level also require of the local utility. Repaint under
adjustment/localized O & M.
replacement.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G401002 Transformers Building service is fed from The service is older but functional Service replacement is require. Poor Life Cycle 50 53 49 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $150,000 $40,000 $4,000 $4,000 $8,000 $48,000
Police Services Owen Sound overhead utility wires, but at end of service life. The pad Transformer is presumed to be
underground to the 500-kVA site is in poor condition. responsibility of owner.
pad mount transformer located at
the west side of the building.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G402006 Exterior Lighting Fixtures and 150-W HPS/MH and LED wallpack Exterior lighting is in fair Replace exterior lighting at end of Fair Life Cycle 20 15 17 3 2026 12 100% 12 EA $450 $5,400 $540 $540 $1,080 $6,480
Police Services Owen Sound Controls fixtures are installed around the condition. Installed circa 2008. life cycle. Allow for 12 fixtures.
building periphery. Controlled by Intermatic timer in
2nd Floor Storage Room.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G402006 Exterior Lighting Fixtures and Wall mounted incandescent The fixtures are in poor condition Replace fixtures in the short term Fair Life Cycle 20 30 19 1 2024 4 100% 4 EA $500 $2,000 $200 $200 $400 $2,400
Police Services Owen Sound Controls fixtures at roof level. and in need of updating to and add 1 at Mechanical Room.
provide safe access to stairwells
and Mechanical Room.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G402006 Exterior Lighting Fixtures and Seven Powco 8' high steel lamp The standards and luminaires are Replace standards and fixtures in Fair Life Cycle 25 20 18 7 2030 7 100% 7 EA $3,600 $25,200 $2,520 $2,520 $5,040 $30,240
Police Services Owen Sound Controls standards are installed. Fixtures in fair condition. Controlled by the long term. Replace luminaires
are HPS type with two converted Intermatic timers or photocell. under O & M if/when necessary.
to LED.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, G402006 Exterior Lighting Fixtures and Bollard light and three up-lights at The fixtures are in fair condition. Replace fixtures in the short term. Fair Life Cycle 25 25 24 1 2024 4 100% 4 EA $1,500 $6,000 $600 $600 $1,200 $7,200
Police Services Owen Sound Controls east elevation. Controlled by Intermatic timers or
photocell.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010001 Report - BCA/RFS No past BCA report was available MPL BCA report prepared in 2023. Allow to provide future BCA Good Life Cycle 5 0 0 5 2028 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,800 $5,800 $580 $580 $1,160 $6,960
Police Services Owen Sound for review. report.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010002 Report - Technical / Performance 2008 and 2009 Air Sampling Designated Substance Survey Allow to provide a DSS Report, or Fair Necessary 5 0 3 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $9,000 $9,000 $900 $900 $1,800 $10,800
Police Services Owen Sound Audit Reports by Roop Chanderdat and (DSS) reports were not available otherwise update existing study,
Associates Inc. pertained to for review. Designated materials in the short term.
testing for Type 3 removals of present at this building include
fireproofing in seven areas. asbestos, silica, lead, and
mercury.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010003 Report - Balancing / No balancing/commissioning Previous reports indicate that the Covered under H3010012. Fair Life Cycle 5 0 4 1 2024 0 100% 0 L-SUM $1,500 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound Commissioning report provided. Renovation air distribution system is not in
(2008) design drawings are not balance based on performance
available for review. and physical inspection of ducting
within the ceiling plenum.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010004 Commissioning Commissioning reports. Commissioning reports are not Covered under H3010012. Fair Life Cycle 10 0 9 1 2024 0 100% 0 L-SUM $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound available for review.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010005 Air Balancing No balancing/commissioning Previous reports indicate that the Allow for future review of air Poor Life Cycle 8 0 7 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $60,000 $60,000 $6,000 $6,000 $12,000 $72,000
Police Services Owen Sound report provided. Original (2008) air distribution system is not in quality and balancing.
design drawings are not available balance based on performance
for review. and physical inspection of ducting
within the ceiling plenum.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010007 Report - Energy Audit Energy Audit reporting. There is no Energy Audit Report Allow to provide Energy Audit, Fair Necessary 8 0 6 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound available. Level 2, in the short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010008 Report - Destructive Testing Intrusive testing. Building is functioning as Allow to investigate condition of Fair Life Cycle 20 53 17 3 2026 1 100% 1 L-SUM $4,000 $4,000 $400 $400 $800 $4,800
Police Services Owen Sound intended. foundations and weeping tile.
BUILDING INFORMATION ASSESSMENT PRELIMINARY COSTS OTHER FEES
SERVICE ACTUAL % OF TOTAL COST OF
UNIFORMAT CONDITION CRITICALITY OBSERVED REMAINING RECOMMENDED TOTAL PROJECT UNIT OF UNIT RATE NET COST DESIGN/ENGINEER CONTINGENCY TOTAL OTHER
ABBREV. BUILDING NAME BUILDING COMPONENT DESCRIPTION OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS LIFE AGE QUANTITY PROJECT
CODE RATING RATING AGE (Years) LIFE (Years) YEAR QUANTITY QUANTITY MEASURE ($) ($) ING FEES (10%) (10%) FEES
(Years) (Years) SCHEDULED
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010009 Report - Roof Inspection Report Roof Assessment Report Roof Report by Garland was made Allow for the provision of a roof Fair Life Cycle 8 6 6 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $5,000 $5,000 $500 $500 $1,000 $6,000
Police Services Owen Sound available. Report does not report and specification for
describe roof components, replacement in the long term.
insulation type and thickness.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010010 Design and Specification As-built drawings and As-built drawings and Allow for future drawing review Poor Life Cycle 20 53 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $12,000 $12,000 $1,200 $1,200 $2,400 $14,400
Police Services Owen Sound specifications. specifications are not available. and confirmation of as built
Drawings are limited. conditions.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010012 Retro-commissioning Retro-commissioning reports. Retro-commissioning reports are Allow for commissioning of new Poor Life Cycle 20 53 19 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $25,000 $25,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 $30,000
Police Services Owen Sound not available for review. equipment and retro-
commissioning of existing
equipment in the short term.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010013 Illumination Review Emergency lighting is provided via No allowances carried Good Life Cycle 7 0 7 0 2023 0 100% 0 L-SUM $3,500 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Police Services Owen Sound generator.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010015 Electrical Review Predictive quality measurements No electrical issues were reported Allow to provide PQM Fair Life Cycle 5 0 2 1 2024 1 100% 1 L-SUM $15,000 $15,000 $1,500 $1,500 $3,000 $18,000
Police Services Owen Sound include the thermography and arc or otherwise noted during our (thermography) in the short term.
flash studies. assessment.
Owen Sound 922 2nd Avenue West, H3010016 Barrier-Free Design Accessibility of building. The building is not fully designed Allow for renovations to remove Fair Life Cycle 15 15 13 2 2025 1 100% 1 L-SUM $50,000 $50,000 $5,000 $5,000 $10,000 $60,000
Police Services Owen Sound for barrier-free use. Exterior and barriers.
interior door widths are narrow
and information counter provides
no knee space. Dedicated parking
stalls, second and main floor
dedicated washrooms are
provided as well as an elevator.
Auto door operators are installed
on main entry doors.
BUILDING CONDITION ASSESSMENT
APPENDIX B - CAPITAL EXPENDITURE TABLE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EXPENDITURES - 2023 to 2053
Construction Inflation Rate: 0.0%
UNIFORMAT CODE 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 2041 2042 2043 2044 2045 2046 2047 2048 2049 2050 2051 2052 2053
A101001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
A101001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
A103001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
A103001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
A103001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
A103006 0 0 0 0 0 $10,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B101001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B102001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B102001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B201001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B201001 0 $367,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B201001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,716 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B201001 0 $9,360 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B201008 0 $14,616 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B201011 0 $90,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B202001 0 $225,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203001 0 $13,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203001 0 $13,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203002 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203002 0 0 0 0 $15,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203004 0 0 $6,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $7,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,760 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B203004 0 0 $3,960 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B301002 0 $16,080 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B301002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $402,024 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B301002 0 0 0 $149,822 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B301002 $92,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
B301002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,800 0 0 0 0
B301004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C101005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C102001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $250,800 0 0 0 0 0
C102001 0 0 0 0 0 $24,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103011 $8,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103002 0 $5,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $12,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103002 0 0 0 0 0 0 $5,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103014 0 0 0 0 0 $8,880 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103014 0 0 0 0 0 $10,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103014 0 0 0 0 0 $11,280 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103014 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $78,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103009 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $24,000 0 0 0 0 0
C103009 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0
C103009 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103099 0 0 $24,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103008 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C103008 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C201001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C202001 0 0 0 0 0 $32,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302001 0 $31,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302001 0 0 0 0 0 $36,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302005 0 0 $25,920 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302005 0 0 $25,920 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302004 0 0 0 0 0 $110,880 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302004 0 0 0 0 0 $95,040 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $1,980 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302007 0 $24,960 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C302007 0 $33,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C301005 0 0 0 0 0 $104,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C301005 0 0 0 0 0 $32,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C303004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $129,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C303004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $129,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C101001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C101001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D101002 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D101002 0 0 $210,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D101002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $12,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $3,720 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 $8,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $4,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $11,040 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 $26,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 0 0 0 0 $27,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $172,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D2010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $33,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D201099 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $4,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202001 0 0 $90,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 0 $19,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $1,440 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 0 0 0 0 0 $1,680 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $7,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D202003 0 $9,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D203001
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EXPENDITURES - 2023 to 2053
Construction Inflation Rate: 0.0%
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D203001 0 $90,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D204001 0 0 0 0 0 $32,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D301002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $15,600 0 0 0 0 0
D302002 0 0 0 0 0 $90,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D302002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $90,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304003 0 0 0 $138,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D305006 0 0 0 0 $51,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304008 0 $1,620,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $158,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D302004 0 0 0 0 0 $6,720 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D302004 0 0 0 0 0 $9,960 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D305002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $13,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 0 0 0 0 $31,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 0 0 0 0 $34,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $36,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $36,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $36,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $19,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D303002 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304003 0 0 0 0 0 $3,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,160 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,280 0 0 0 0 0
D509005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $14,040 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304001 0 $330,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $4,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $48,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $48,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $48,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 $4,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D304007 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D401002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $108,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D409002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $43,200 0 0 0 0 0 0
D403001 0 0 0 0 0 $2,700 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501003 $300,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501007 $150,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501099 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,400 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $11,400 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $7,800 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $7,800 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $15,600 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $4,560 0 0 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $4,440
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $9,120 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501005 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501005 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $3,720 0 0 0 0 0
D501004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501004 $8,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,400 0 0 0
D501004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $19,200 0 0 0
D501006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $14,400 0 0 0
D501006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $20,160 0 0 0
D501006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $9,600 0 0 0
D501006 $9,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D501006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $2,880 0 0 0 0 0
D502001 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D502002 0 0 0 $16,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D502002 0 0 0 $144,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503002 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503008 0 0 0 0 0 0 $36,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509099 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509099 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,640 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $36,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $10,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $42,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503005 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503005 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503005 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D503004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $19,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $13,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $12,960 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $144,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509099 0 $192,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
D509002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
E102010 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $270,000 0 0 0 0 0
E109004 0 0 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
E109007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $27,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
E2020 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $156,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
E2020 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $9,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
E2020 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
F105002 0 $144,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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ESTIMATED ANNUAL EXPENDITURES - 2023 to 2053
Construction Inflation Rate: 0.0%
UNIFORMAT CODE 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 2041 2042 2043 2044 2045 2046 2047 2048 2049 2050 2051 2052 2053
G203003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $5,250 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G202003 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G202003 0 0 0 0 0 $470,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G202003 0 $10,080 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G202002 0 0 0 0 0 $6,300 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G202007 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $27,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G204001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $8,580 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G204001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $27,864 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G204009 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $7,680 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G204005 0 0 0 0 0 $7,440 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G204005 0 0 0 0 0 $3,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G204099 0 0 0 0 0 $11,760 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G2050 0 0 0 0 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G302001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $19,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G301002 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $16,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G301004 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G303001 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $48,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G306006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G401002 0 $48,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G402006 0 0 0 $6,480 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G402006 0 $2,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G402006 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $30,240 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
G402006 0 $7,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010001 0 0 0 0 0 $6,960 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010002 0 0 $10,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010003 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010004 0 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010005 0 $72,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010007 0 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010008 0 0 0 $4,800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010009 0 0 $6,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010010 0 $14,400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010012 0 $30,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010013 $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010015 0 $18,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
H3010016 0 0 $60,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Annual Estimated Expenditures $568,200 $3,579,996 $514,800 $474,302 $67,200 $1,212,720 $70,080 $59,400 $269,040 $301,200 $983,124 $258,360 $81,804 $0 $286,800 $140,970 $89,100 $124,716 $0 $46,200 $18,000 $0 $0 $0 $43,200 $615,840 $10,800 $122,760 $0 $0 $4,440
BUILDING CONDITION ASSESSMENT
APPENDIX C - QUESTIONNAIRE
McINTOSH PERRY
Building Name: Owen Sound Police Service
Property Address: 922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound
YES NO COMMENTS
Are there any significant health
and safety concerns in the
building?
Is there a Fire Safety Plan in
place?
Is there an asbestos Unknown about a plan. Renovations were done in 2008. Asbestos is
management plan in place? present but is contained above the current dispatch room. There may
be asbestos wrapped pipes/ducts in the penthouse mechanical room.
Are there any specific ongoing We have had complaints in previous years about air
or chronic problems with indoor quality in the communications office. There is a lack of
air quality? circulation at times making the air stale in this area. The
Communications office is going to be relocated in 2023.
Are there any issues with the Elevator is at end of life. It is still working but
mechanical systems? there have been ongoing problems.
Are there any ongoing issues There have been significant issues with heating and cooling. Temperatures are irregular causing
discomfort for staff. The worst time for this when there are significant changes in temperature
with heating, ventilation or air outside. The building system takes a long time to adapt. We have had a lot of service calls from
the contract heating/cooling contractor. Sweating pipes in this system have also ruined ceiling
conditioning? tiles. The main air handler unit has been flagged as end of life/needing replacement.
Are there any concerns with the One drain in the ident office periodically plugs and no solid
plumbing? (includes storm waste goes down this drain - this may be a filter issue
water and sanitary drainage) specific to this drain. Overall no major plumbing problems.
Are there any underground or Yes, large exterior generator at the rear of the building
aboveground storage tanks on has a diesel storage tank contained underneath the unit.
the site?
Are there any issues with the Ground floor electrical room components (panels etc) has been identified for replacement.
Electrical units in mechanical penthouse need replacement, currently band aid safety
electrical system? solutions in place. Hydro one transformer at rear of building alcove needs replacement with
new underground feed from street - Hydro One has been aware of this for a number of years.
(outages, overheating, etc)
Has there been any water Yes, ongoing ponding on the roof. The roof drains are several inches above roof level and 3 to 6
inches of water can be sitting on the roof at any time. Even in the driest times the roof still has
ponding on the roof and/or standing water. Some leaks have occurred however cladding on penthouse mechanical room will
solve the majority of previous leaks. There is currently a leak in the back stairwell roof.
water leakage?
Are there any concerns with Windows and some exterior doors are at end of life. Drafts
lack of insulation or drafts? from cracks around window frames. Significant heat loss
(include location) through front exterior doors.
Are there any concerns about No mould issues. Leaks as mentioned above.
mould, moisture, water
penetration or leakage in the
building?
YES NO COMMENTS
Are they any additional
environmental concerns?
Have there been any recent Cladding on Penthouse mechanical room
major repairs/replacements? replaced March 2023. Roof done approx 2020.
(If yes, include year and cost AC units replaced within last few years.
estimate)
Additional Comments:
The building is a 2 story police service that operates 24/7. The exterior of the building is
brick. There is significant brick deterioration on the top of the building and the stairwell
enclosures on the roof. Water penetration between the layers of bricks is causing
swelling and pressure between the brick layers. The pressure is popping the brick faces
which fall to the ground. The mens and primarily the womens staff washrooms need
renovations. They are currently functional but significantly dated. Some flooring should
be planned for upgrades as tiles are starting to lift in some areas. The building should
also be converted to LED lighting.
Please attach any drawings, relevant building reports, hazardous substance surveys/asbestos surveys, main-
tenance records, compliance orders, and service agreements.
Completed By: Jeff Fluney Return By: April 21, 2023
Title: Return To: John Kirkpatrick
Police Inspector
Date: McIntosh Perry
19 April 2023
Fax: 905-695-0221
Email: j.kirkpatrick@mcintoshperry.com
10.e Report OP-26-038 from the Engineering Technologist Re: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to SupportU-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
Council directs staff to bring forward a by-law authorising the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Servicing Agreement for off-site improvements supporting the U-Haul facility at 2010 16th Street East.
Council Directs Staff to Bring Forward a By-law Authorizing the Mayor
City Council directs staff to bring forward a by-law authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Servicing Agreement for off-site improvements supporting the U-Haul facility at 2010 16th Street East. The agreement addresses a request from U-Haul to modify financial contributions, which would result in net zero cost if adjacent development proceeds promptly or require front-end payment of approximately $74,300.00 otherwise.
Staff Report OP-26-038 Requests Revised Fee Apportionment for Intersection Improvements
The Staff Report OP-26-038 requests a revision to the cost-sharing methodology for intersection improvements at 16th Street East and 20th Avenue East, specifically reallocating fees attributed to U-Haul lands (PIN No. 370610112) between properties north of 17th Street East.
Map Showing Lands Under 2012 Cost Sharing for Off-site Improvements
The report displays a map indicating lands subject to the 2012 cost-sharing infrastructure improvements and identifies areas that were previously developed.
Agenda item 10.e: Report OP-26-038 from the Engineering Technologist Re: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
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Attachment: Servicing Agreement - Off-site Improvements to Support U-Haul Site Plan Application - OP-26-038.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53374
Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Matthew Pierog, Engineering Technologist
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: OP-26-038
Subject: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report OP-26-038 respecting the Servicing
Agreement for U-Haul and the City of Owen Sound for 2010 16th Street East,
City Council directs staff to bring forward a by-law to authorize the Mayor
and Clerk to execute the Servicing Agreement.
Highlights:
City staff processed conditional Site Plan Approval for U-Haul at
2010 16th Street East in the fall of 2025.
A condition of the Site Plan Approval required the owner to enter
into a Servicing Agreement with the City to permit construction of
necessary off-site infrastructure to support the development.
U-Haul has paid fees associated with the existing roadway and
intersection infrastructure improvements constructed by other
private developers.
U-Haul has requested that the City modify the ultimate financial
contribution total required of them for the existing infrastructure.
The requested financial modification would be a net zero cost for
the City; however, if adjacent development did not occur promptly,
the City would temporarily front-end payment of approximately
$74,300.00 in 2032, to be paid for from reserves.
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Previous Report/Authority:
Site Plan DA-25-018 – 2010 16th Avenue East – U-Haul –
correspondence provided for information regarding Site Plan Approval.
Staff Report OP-22-043 – Servicing Agreement – Hwy 26 & 20th
Commercial Inc.
Servicing Agreement for 1960 16th Street East (revised to 1660 20th
Avenue East) with Hwy 26 & 20th Commercial Inc. (2022)
Staff Report OP-22-044 – Site Plan Control Agreement for 2125 16th
Street East – Heritage Grove Centre Inc. Cost Recovery
Background:
City staff provided conditional Site Plan Approval on October 14, 2025, for
the construction of a self-storage facility and a vehicle rental establishment
located at 2010 16th Street East (U-Haul facility), presented for information
on November 19, 2025, to the Community Services Committee. Among the
conditions in Schedule ‘F’ of the Staff Report, the Owner, U-Haul, was
required to enter into a Servicing Agreement with the City to facilitate the
off-site improvements within the road allowance to support the development.
The primary access for the proposed development is from 20th Avenue East,
between 16th Street East and 17th Street East. This section of 20th Avenue
East was privately constructed by the adjacent owner to the west as part of a
previously approved Site Plan (City File No. ST2021-012, known as
Thompson Centres). The construction of this section of 20th Avenue East,
including the upgrades to the intersection to the south, 16th Street East/20th
Avenue East, was subject to a cost-sharing methodology for benefiting
landowners, administered through a Servicing Agreement (2022).
In accordance with previously approved cost-sharing methodologies (OP-22-
043 & OP-22-044), required fees for the roadway and intersection
improvements have been collected by the City from U-Haul as part of the
current Site Plan Approval Application (City File No. ST2025-012).
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
The Owner is seeking approval to modify the existing cost-sharing
methodology that was identified in OP-22-043 to add additional benefitting
lands and thereby spread the costs. Their proposal entails a future
reimbursement of half of the intersection upgrade costs paid by U-Haul,
approximately $74,300.00 (half of $148,600.00) to the two (2) vacant lots
north of 17th Street East (benefiting lands); this is consistent with the logic
used in the original 2022 Servicing Agreement.
Analysis and Options:
The development of 2010 16th Street East (U-Haul) requires a Servicing
Agreement with the City to authorize off-site improvements within the City’s
road allowance necessitated to support the current Site Plan Approval
Application (City File No. ST2025-012). The off-site works identified for this
development involve typical roadway improvements (sidewalk, boulevard
grading, pedestrian crossings, etc.) in accordance with industry standards,
and City staff would normally be authorized to approve such modifications.
However, the Owner has requested a financial obligation be incorporated into
this Servicing Agreement, similar to the 2022 Servicing Agreement executed
for the adjacent development to the west.
City staff are not delegated signing authority for a Servicing Agreement when
a financial contribution is implicated, in accordance with the Delegation of
Powers and Duties By-law No. 2014-109. A report is required to inform
Council and request approval of the financial impact.
As per OP-22-043 and OP-22-044, three (3) components of work were
specified in previous cost-sharing agreements along with descriptions of the
properties benefiting from the works. Costs for this work were/are to be
collected from each at the time of their respective development (i.e. Site
Plan), shown on the attachment to this report and conceptually summarized
below*:
*It is noted that the previously executed agreement/reports should be
consulted for the exact details, fees and reimbursement terms (i.e. any
indexing).
a. 20th Avenue East Road construction from 16th Street East to 17th
Street East:
o Ultimate cost apportionment was one-quarter (¼) to each
party:
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
One-quarter (¼) of the total fees to 1660 16th Street East;
PIN No. 370610117 – previously collected.
One-quarter (¼) of the total fees to 2010 16th Street East;
PIN No. 370610112 – previously collected.
One-quarter (¼) of the total fees to 1990 17th Street East;
PIN No. 370610114 – outstanding.
One-quarter (¼) of the total fees to PIN No. 370610115 –
outstanding.
o There are no changes requested to this previously approved
cost sharing methodology.
b. Intersection improvements at 16th Street East/20th Avenue East in
approximately 2012 to facilitate a southbound leg and associated
traffic signals:
o Ultimate cost apportionment was revised in 2022 Servicing
Agreement to include:
One-third (1/3) of the total fees to 2125 16th Street East;
PIN No. 370610268 – previously collected.
One-third (1/)3 of the total fees to 2010 16th Street
East; PIN No. 370610112 – previously collected.
One-sixth (1/6) of the total fees to 1660 16th Street East;
PIN No. 370610117 – previously collected.
One-twelfth (1/12) of the total fees to 1990 17th
Street East; PIN No. 370610114 – outstanding.
One-twelfth (1/12) of the total fees to PIN No.
370610115 – outstanding.
o The cost sharing methodology for the U-Haul lands (2010 16th
Steet East) is requested to be revised as a part of this
Servicing Agreement (bolded text above).
c. Intersection improvements at 16th Street East/20th Avenue East in
approximately 2022 to facilitate a northbound leg and associated
traffic signals:
o Ultimate cost apportionment was ½ to each party:
One half (½) of the total fees to 1660 16th Street East;
PIN No. 370610117 – previously collected.
One half (½) of the total fees to 2010 16th Street East;
PIN No. 370610112 – previously collected.
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
o There are no changes requested to this previously approved
cost sharing methodology.
Regarding item ‘b’ above, the intersection improvements from approximately
2012 at 16th Street East/20th Avenue East, the following is requested by the
Owner:
Of the fees attributed to the U-Haul lands (2010 16th Street East),
the Owner has requested a similar arrangement made for the
Thompson Centres lands (1660 16th Street East), in which a portion
of the fees be reallocated equally to the lands north of 17th Street
East.
This would ultimately have the U-Haul lands responsible for one-
sixth (1/6) of the total fees, with both lands north of 17th Street
East each paying one-twelfth (1/12) of the total fees.
The revised fees for the original 2012 intersection improvements
would include the following arrangement:
o 1/3 of the total fees to 2125 16th Street East; PIN No.
370610268 – previously collected.
o One-sixth (1/6) [revised from one-third (1/3)] of the
total fees to 2010 16th Street East; PIN No. 370610112 –
previously collected, one-twelfth (1/12) to be reimbursed.
o One-sixth (1/6) of the total fees to 1660 16th Street East; PIN
No. 370610117 – previously collected.
o One-sixth (1/6) [revised from one-twelfth (1/12)] of
the total fees to 1990 17th Street East; PIN No. 370610114 –
outstanding.
o One-sixth (1/6) [revised from one-twelfth (1/12)] of
the total fees to PIN No. 370610115 – outstanding.
The proposed Servicing Agreement details the cost reimbursement proposed
for U-Haul. The re-attributed fees that U-Haul has requested include
$37,166.09 to be collected from each of the two (2) properties on the north
side of 17th Street East (PIN No. 370610114 and 370610115), for a total of
$74,332.18, to recognize a benefit of the previously constructed
infrastructure to these lands. The fees are expected to be collected by the
City via ‘best efforts’ at the time of the parcels’ development and conveyed
to U-Haul.
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The requested cost-sharing methodology has no net cost to the City, as the
roadway and intersection improvements are to be funded by the benefiting
private property owners. There is a precedent for this type of arrangement;
the first developer front-ends the cost of the infrastructure, and benefitting
developers repay the initial developer at the time of successive development
(i.e. when they access/use the infrastructure).
However, U-Haul is requesting a set time limit (“sunset clause”) by which, if
development does not occur on the benefitting lands, U-Haul’s costs would
be reimbursed by the City. Similar logic regarding reimbursement was used
in the 2022 Servicing Agreement for the Thompson Centres development.
As such, a 5-year time horizon has been recommended in the U-Haul
Servicing Agreement to align payment windows with the 2022 Servicing
Agreement for the lands to the west.
If no development of the benefiting lands occurs before 2032, the City will
provide payment to U-Haul on or after May 1, 2032, in the amount of
$74,332.18 (indexed as per the proposed agreement) from reserves. The
City would endeavour to recover this cost from the identified lands at the
time of respective developments, as per the Servicing Agreement.
Human Resources
There is a component of administrative tracking required by City Staff to
ensure that fees are monitored and collected during development, and the
resources to process the request (payments, memoranda, correspondence,
etc.).
Past practice has involved internal resources from the Engineering Division,
Planning and Heritage Division, and Finance Division to execute these
requests. Legal support has been provided in preparation of the proposed
Servicing Agreement.
Time and Scheduling
N/A.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Communication and Engagement:
This report has been posted to the City’s website with the agenda in advance
of the meeting.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Manager of Planning and Heritage
Director of Corporate Services
Attachments:
Illustration of Works Area and Adjacent Lands
Reviewed by:
Mason Bellamy Manager of Public Works and Engineering
Lara Widdifield, Director of Public Works and Engineering
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Matthew Pierog,
Engineering Technologist at mpierog@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext.
3308.
Staff Report OP-26-038: Servicing Agreement - Off-Site Improvements to Support
U-Haul Site Plan Application (2010 16th Street East)
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Attachment: Illustration of Works Area and Adjacent Lands.pdf
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Attachment 1 - Illustration of Works Area & Adjacent Lands
1990 17th St E
No Municipal Address
PIN 370610115
20th Ave E - Roadway
Improvements
17th Street East
U-Haul
2010 16th St E
Thompson Centre
1660 16th St E
20th Ave
nue Eas
t
20th Ave E / 16th St E
Intersection Improvements
16th Street East
Lands subject to 2012 cost
sharing/infrastructure improvements
Lands previously developed
Not to scale
Source - City of Owen Sound GIS
10.f Verbal Report from the Deputy Mayor Re: Grey County Council
The deputy mayor provided a verbal report concerning matters related to the Grey County Council.
Agenda item 10.f: Verbal Report from the Deputy Mayor Re: Grey County Council
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Combined agenda package (secondary source)
10.f
11 CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda includes a verbal report concerning Grey County Council.
Agenda item 11: CONSENT AGENDA
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Combined agenda package (secondary source)
11.
Verbal Report from the Deputy Mayor Re: Grey County Council
CONSENT AGENDA
11.a Report CS-26-075 from the Director of Community Services Re: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
Staff Report CS-26-075 recommends that City Council authorise a by-law to allow the Mayor and Clerk to finalize the sale of four acres on 23rd Street East for $138,000.
Council Directs Staff to Bring Forward a By-law Authorizing the Sale
Staff Report CS-26-075 recommends that City Council authorize a by-law to allow the Mayor and Clerk to finalize the sale of four acres on 23rd Street East for $138,000.
Notice Was Provided Under By-law No. 2014-171 for Lands Declared Surplus
The development must comply with the City's Official Plan, utilize full urban services, and address landscaping and stormwater requirements during approvals.
Agenda item 11.a: Report CS-26-075 from the Director of Community Services Re: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
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Attachment: Potential Land Sale - Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752 - CS-26-075.pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Pamela Coulter, Director of Community Services
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CS-26-075
Subject: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-075 respecting the potential sale
of four acres of Part 2 on Plan 16R8752, City Council directs staff to bring
forward a by-law to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute all documents
necessary to finalize the sale.
Highlights:
The report addresses a request from Brad Duncan to purchase a 4-
acre portion of a 7.31-acre City-owned parcel in the Employment
Area on 23rd Street East for a proposed light industrial/indoor
storage use associated with an excavation business.
The subject lands are designated for employment uses under the
current Official Plan and zoned General Industrial (M1), and the
proposed use is generally consistent with applicable planning policy
and zoning permissions, subject to the City’s normal development
approvals process.
The lands were declared surplus in 2014 and notice and a by-law
were completed at that time.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: Prosperous City – Supporting initiatives that increase
competitive economic advantages for current and new businesses and their
employees.
Staff Report CS-26-075: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
Previous Report/Authority:
EDT-14-042 – Declaring Industrial Lands Surplus
Closed Session Report CS-26-065
Background:
The City has received a request from Brad Duncan regarding the potential
purchase of a 4-acre parcel of land in the Employment Area. The lands have
frontage and access from 23rd Street East (see the Attachment). The subject
property is part of a larger 7.31-acre parcel owned by the City.
The lands have frontage on 23rd Street East, which is an open street. To the
west, is the Kenny Drain and further west are lands previously sold by the
City that contain the Enbridge Gas office (formerly Union Gas). The lands to
the south contain a variety of employment uses. Immediately east of the
parcel is a planned municipal local road (18th Avenue East) and further east
are vacant lands designated Employment.
The Official Plan (2021) designates the property ‘Employment’, and the lands
are zoned ‘General Industrial’ (M1) in the City’s Zoning By-law 2010-078, as
amended. The recently approved Official Plan (OPA 14, 2026) designates the
property ‘Flexible Employment’, and the lands are zoned ‘General Industrial’
(M1) in the approved Zoning By-law (ZBA No. 57) although these policies are
not yet in force and effect.
The Official Plan describes Employment lands as intended for manufacturing,
assembly, fabricating, processing, packaging, printing, warehousing as well
as the storage of goods and materials, contemplating a wide range of
employment and business uses. The M1 (General Industrial) Zone permits a
wide range of uses, including light industrial, indoor storage, transportation
depot, etc.
Council had directed that staff undertake an environmental analysis of the
subject lands to understand the environmental condition of the site. A Phase
1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment were completed in 2024 by
GEI.
The City’s Land Sale By-law prescribes a certain process be followed in the
sale of lands:
Notice was provided in 2014.
Lands were declared surplus by By-law No. 2014-171.
Staff Report CS-26-075: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
A survey is available for the entire parcel; however, an updated
survey has been requested for the 4-acre parcel.
Analysis and Options:
Based on direction provided to staff, the City solicitor has prepared an
Agreement of Purchase and Sale (APS) for these lands. The table below
summarizes the conditions and terms of this sale:
Provision Comment for Offer
City Legal Fees The City’s legal fees will be collected in addition to the value
of the lands as part of the APS.
Size of Parcel A 4-acre area will be surveyed, excluding the Hazard lands
to the west. The hazard lands will be retained by the City.
The cost of the revised survey will be added to the land sale
cost.
Irrevocability August 7, 2026*
Due Diligence August 21, 2026*
Closing Date September 10, 2026*
Price Lands valued at $138,000
Buyer Brad Duncan
Proposed Use Light Industrial – indoor storage for excavation business.
Based on the information provided, the proposed use is
consistent with the Employment designation in the Official
Plan and permitted by zoning.
The lands would be subject to the City’s normal
development approvals process, which is not assumed by
the sale.
Zoning – M1 Indoor storage is a permitted use. Outdoor storage is not
(General permitted. Service use and light industrial are permitted.
Industrial)
Other Clauses The City’s Land Sale By-law requires that the vendor pay for
all costs associated with the sale. The City has requested an
updated survey. This cost will be added to any sale price.
Staff Report CS-26-075: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
The City will clarify what municipal servicing is currently
available in the 23rd Street East right of way. The offer
acknowledges that the costs of extending services are the
buyer’s costs.
300 mm diameter watermain.
250 mm diameter sanitary.
Paved road with ditch cross section.
It should be noted that a capital contribution from this
developer toward the future 18th Avenue East road
allowance and servicing will be required as part of the
development approval process and will be noted in the APS.
The City normally requests a buy back. This offer provides
that if after 18 months, if construction has not commenced,
the City has the right to repurchase from 18 months to 3
years at the same price.
Environmental The lands were used historically by the City’s Public Works
Division for excess soils and waste materials including
concrete and other excavated materials from roads/public
works projects.
The City has Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Site Assessments
for the subject lands.
The environmental reports will be disclosed through the
APS.
The lands will be sold “as is”.
In consultation with the City Solicitor, a condition will be
included in the APS to allow time for the purchaser to
review the environmental report and condition.
There will also be a clause ensuring that the purchaser
acknowledges that the site will need to be developed in
accordance with the requirements of the Environmental
Protection Act.
*Dates may be adjusted by the City solicitor, as reasonable.
Staff Report CS-26-075: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The lands were valued at $34,500 per acre for a total of $138,000. As noted,
the buyer will be required to pay the survey costs as well as the City’s legal
costs in addition to the sale price.
As noted, it will be highlighted that the City anticipates a capital contribution
for the future 18th Avenue East right of way and servicing through the
development process to avoid any disagreement regarding this matter within
the development approvals process.
The revenue from the sale will be placed in the City’s land sale reserve.
Human Resources
Staff time from the Director of Community Services, City Clerk, Development
Team, and the City’s Solicitor are required to support the sale and closing.
Time and Scheduling
The sale is scheduled to close September 10.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
The recommendation supports both the City's Corporate Climate Change
Adaptation Plan and the City's Climate Mitigation Plan.
The development will be required to meet the policies and requirements of
the City’s Official Plan and will be on full urban services and will address
matters such as landscaping, stormwater, etc. as part of the development
approvals process.
Communication and Engagement:
Notice was provided in accordance with the City’s Land Sale By-law, and the
lands were declared surplus by By-law No. 2014-171.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
City Clerk, City Solicitor Jill Sampson, and GEI Engineering.
Staff Report CS-26-075: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
Attachments:
Location of Lands Proposed for Sale
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Pamela Coulter, Director
of Community Services at pcoulter@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext.
1252.
Staff Report CS-26-075: Potential Land Sale – Part of Part 2, Plan 16R8752
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Attachment: Location of Lands Proposed for Sale.pdf
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Location of Lands Proposed for Sale
31 2338
th Ave E
E
60th Ave E
4.01 acre
h Ave E
16th Ave E
11.b Report CS-26-071 from the Senior Planner Re: Request to Remove aOne-Foot Reserve - 1389 16th Avenue East (Seasons)
Senior Planner Margaret Potter recommends removing a one-foot reserve from Part 24 of Plan 16R-6702 to resolve title encumbrances for Seasons Retirement Home and Grey Bruce Pet Hospital, while retaining the reserve on Part 25 fronting a vacant parcel. City Planning and Heritage Division staff support this by-law request after confirming that capital cost recovery contributions have been paid by the affected properties but remain unpaid at lands northeast of 10th Street East and 16th Avenue East. A partial survey report from G.R.A. Fligg Surveying Ltd., dated 1997, details a former fence line on Park Lot 6 in Range 5 East of Garrett Road to support the dedication of specific land portions as public highway.
Request to Remove One-foot Reserve from Parts 24 and 25
Senior Planner Margaret Potter recommends removing the one-foot reserve from Part 24 of Plan 16R-6702 to resolve title encumbrances for Seasons Retirement Home and Grey Bruce Pet Hospital, while retaining a similar reserve on Part 25 fronting a vacant parcel. The proposal seeks City Council approval to dedicate specific land portions as public highway after confirming that capital cost recovery contributions have been paid by the affected properties.
City Planning and Heritage Division Staff Recommend a By-law
City Planning and Heritage Division staff recommend a by-law to remove the 0.3 metre reserve from Parts 24 and 25 on Plan 16R-6702 for properties abutting Grey Bruce Pet Hospital and Seasons Retirement Home where site plan approvals have been granted, while retaining the reserve at vacant lands northeast of 10th Street East and 16th Avenue East due to unpaid capital costs.
Partial Survey Report on Part of Park Lot 6
A partial survey report for Park Lot 6 in Range 5 East of Garrett Road, Owen Sound, was prepared by G.R.A. Fligg Surveying Ltd. and deposited with the Land Registry Division of British Columbia.
Survey Map Shows Former Fence Line at 1389 16th Avenue East
A partial survey report from Gerry R.A. Fligg Surveying Ltd., dated 1997, details the location of a former fence and Department of Public Works monuments on part of Park Lot 6 in Range 5 East of Garrett Road.
Agenda item 11.b: Report CS-26-071 from the Senior Planner Re: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve - 1389 16th Avenue East (Seasons)
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Attachment: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve - 1389 16th Avenue East (Seasons).pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Margaret Potter, Senior Planner
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CS-26-071
Subject: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th Street
East (Seasons)
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-071 respecting the removal of a
one-foot reserve from 1389 16th Street East (Seasons), City Council directs
staff to bring forward a by-law to dedicate as a public highway:
1. All of Part 24 on Plan 16R-6702; and
2. That portion of Part 25 on Plan 16R-6702 that directly abuts 1389
16th Avenue East being both Part 33 on Plan 16R-6702 and Part 2
on Plan 16R-8893.
Highlights:
Parts 24 and 25 on Plan 16R-6702 are 0.3 metre parcels that run
parallel to 16th Avenue East from the northeast corner of 10th Street
East across the frontage of the vacant property, Seasons
Retirement Home, and the Grey Bruce Pet Hospital.
The purpose of a 0.3 metre reserve is for the purposes of restricting
access (driveway locations) as well as to ensure development does
not occur without appropriate capital contributions to required
servicing (e.g. frontage fees).
Both Seasons Retirement Home and Grey Bruce Pet Hospital are
subject of existing site plan approvals with site plan agreements,
and their capital cost recovery contributions have been paid.
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
It is recommended that the 0.3 metre reserves being Part 24 and
that portion of Part 25 fronting Seasons Retirement Home be
removed and that the portion of Part 25 fronting the vacant
property remain as a 0.3 metre reserve.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: City Building – Enhancing urban development,
planning and place-making processes to create places and spaces that
contribute to complete communities for existing residents, future residents
and tourists.
Previous Report/Authority:
Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13
Background
In 1997, lands on the south side of 16th Street East on the east side of what
is now 16th Avenue East were proposed for development and underwent a
series of Planning Act applications. Several parts of Plan 16R-6702 were
transferred to the City (Inst. 0380353) to fulfill conditions of severance for
lands that now contain Canadian Tire. These parts provided for future
stormwater management facilities, access thereto, and future roads,
including:
Part 1 on Plan 16R-6702 was dedicated as part of 16th Avenue East
through By-law No. 2000-008 (Inst. 0418120). This is the section
of 16th Avenue East between 10th Street East and 16th Street East
Parts 24 and 25 on Plan 16R-6702 are 0.3-metre-wide parcels that
run parallel to 16th Avenue East:
o Part 24 abuts Grey Bruce Pet Hospital.
o Part 25 abuts the stormwater pond outlet, Seasons Retirement
Home, and the vacant parcel at the northeast corner of 10th
Street East.
Parts 24 and 25 are illustrated (not to scale) in green and blue respectively
on Schedule ‘B’ attached hereto.
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
In accordance with the Official Plan in place for this area at the time (By-law
No. 1991-021), Holding provisions were to ensure that prior to significant
development, the necessary municipal services are available and controls to
manage the development are in place. The City had “front-ended” the
installation of services along 16th Avenue East and lands fronting 16th Avenue
East were placed in a Holding zone to allow the City to collect a portion of
the costs relating to these services. In addition to the Holding provision
through zoning, a 0.3 metre reserve was also put in place.
Since the construction of 16th Avenue East between 10th Street East and 16th
Street East, development has proceeded in the area.
Three properties are impacted by the 0.3 metre reserve in place as Parts 24
and 25 on Plan 16R-6702:
Northeast Corner of 10th Street East and 16th Avenue East - Vacant
Parcel
The Holding provision was removed from these lands at the same time that it
was removed from the Seasons property (By-law No. 2006-109). The staff
report (April 2006) for the removal of the Holding provision recognizes that
the Holding zone was placed to allow the City to collect costs relating to the
16th Avenue East services and that the City also has a 0.3 metre reserve in
place. The staff report notes the cost in 2006 dollars owing based on the
frontage of the property and indicates that it would be paid prior to a
building permit being issued. The staff report (May 2006) for the consent to
sever the Seasons property from this property similarly identifies the capital
costs to be recovered but conditions of consent apply only to the severed
parcel.
There is no information in the file that the required capital cost recovery for
16th Avenue East services installed by the City have been paid for this vacant
parcel (the retained lands in 2006).
Seasons – 1389 16th Avenue East
In 2006, the City approved a number of applications which provided for the
development of Seasons Retirement Home at 1389 16th Avenue East,
including a consent to create the lot (B04-2006), removal of the Holding
provision (By-law No. 2006-109), a minor variance for height (A12-2006),
and Site Plan Approval (ST2004-004).
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
A condition of the Site Plan approval required capital cost recovery for
services installed by the City to be paid prior to the issuance of a building
permit. Records show that $97,257.18 was paid (representing
$797.19/metre over 122 metres of frontage for the Seasons property only).
It is worth noting for future reference that the final frontage cost applied to
Seasons was less than noted in the Holding removal and consent reports
because Seasons constructed the sidewalk in front of their property as a
condition of site plan approval rather than it being included in the frontage
charge.
In 2014, after following the necessary process (CS-14-052), the City sold a
parcel of land to Seasons and Seasons obtained staff delegated conditional
site plan approval (CS-14-152) for the expansion of their parking lot. The
lands have since been merged on title. The parking lot expansion has not yet
been fully completed.
Entrances to the site were established through Site Plan Approval.
The City holds $10,000 in securities in accordance with the Site Plan
Agreement.
The Seasons property is comprised of both Part 33 on Plan 16R-6702
(attached as Schedule ‘A’, and Part 1 on Plan 16R-8893 (attached as
Schedule ‘C’).
Grey Bruce Pet Hospital – 1393 16th Avenue East
The Holding provision was removed from this property in 2004 (By-law No.
2004-142).
In 2020, the City approved a Site Plan providing for the development of the
Grey Bruce Pet Hospital (ST2020-008).
Entrances to the site were established through Site Plan Approval.
As a condition of Site Plan Approval, capital cost recovery charges were paid
($32,951.34).
The City holds $5,000 in securities in accordance with the Site Plan
Agreement.
The Grey Bruce Pet Hospital is comprised of Part 9 on Plan 16R-6702
(attached as Schedule ‘A’).
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
Purpose of this Report
While the 0.3 metre reserve (aka 1 foot reserve) was acknowledged during
previous Planning Act processes, the reserves were not removed.
Seasons Retirement Communities is working to resolve issues with title to
the lands and requested that the 0.3 metre reserve be removed as it
technically blocks legal access and is considered an encumbrance to
financing or future sale of the property.
Furthermore, Part 24 could present the same technical issue for the
veterinary clinic.
The purpose of this report is to assess whether it is desirable to
remove the 0.3 metre reserves known as Parts 24 and 25 on Plan
16R-6702 abutting 16th Avenue East.
Analysis and Options:
City Planning and Heritage Division and Engineering Services Division have
considered the dedication of Parts 24 and 25 on Plan 16R-6702 as a public
highway, which would remove the reserve.
The following have been considered:
A 0.3 metre reserve may be required for the purposes of restricting
accesses (driveway locations) as well as to ensure that
development does not occur without appropriate contributions
being made to servicing (e.g. frontage fees).
Part 24 on Plan 16R-6702 abuts Grey Bruce Pet Hospital. Accesses
have been established through site plan approval and capital costs
recovered prior to building permit issued.
o Staff have no objection to the dedication of all of Part 24 as a
public highway.
Part 25 on Plan 16R-6702 abuts two properties:
o Seasons Retirement Home has been subject to site plan
approval establishing appropriate site accesses and capital
costs have been recovered prior to building permit issuance.
Staff have no objection to the dedication of that portion of
Part 25 abutting Seasons Retirement Home to be
dedicated as a public highway.
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
The intent of the use of the 0.3 metre (1 foot) reserve has been met for the
above noted properties and staff recommend a by-law to remove the reserve
and add these lands to the public street.
o Vacant lands at the northeast corner of 10th Street East and
16th Avenue East have not been subject of site plan approval
and there is no record of capital costs having been paid.
The sidewalk has been constructed across this property.
In 2006 dollars, the capital cost recovery was identified as
$818.18 x 68 metres of frontage = $55,636.24.
Staff recommend that the portion of Part 25 abutting this
property remain as a 0.3 metre reserve.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
Dedicating only part of Part 25 may require a new reference plan identifying
only the applicable portion of Part 25 as an additional part.
Human Resources
This process is estimated to consume a minor amount of staff time and can
therefore be accommodated within the existing work plan.
Time and Scheduling
The dedication is to be executed immediately upon approval.
Technology and Infrastructure
Upon registration of the reference plan, it will be shared with the Geomatics
Specialist and Engineering Services Division.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Communication and Engagement:
This report has been posted to the City’s website with the agenda in advance
of the meeting.
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Engineering Services Division staff and external legal counsel.
Attachments:
Schedule A - Registered Plan 16R-6702
Schedule B – Illustrative Overlay 16R-6702
Schedule C – Registered Plan 16R-8893
Reviewed by:
Sabine Robart, MCIP, RPP, Manager of Planning & Heritage
Pamela Coulter, BA, RPP, Director of Community Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Margaret Potter, Senior
Planner at mpotter@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext. 1250.
Staff Report CS-26-071: Request to Remove a One-Foot Reserve – 1389 16th
Street East (Seasons)
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Attachment: Schedule A - Registered Plan 16R-6702.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53369
PLAN 16R-5203
RECEIVED AND DEPOSITED WITH THE LAND REGISTRY DIVISION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA FOR THE RECORDED ACT: PAUL NIXON (4) 97/87
THE KINGS HIGHWAY NO. 26
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public Works
PARTIAL SURVEY REPORT ON PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARRETT ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GERRY R.A. FLIGG SURVEYING LTD. 1997 SCALE: 1"=30' metric LEGEND B denotes Survey Monument Found S denotes Survey Monuments Staked D denotes Deed Point E denotes Existing Fence H denotes Heritage Tree (H) Heavy Growth Trees & Firs id. 0.5 (P) Permits from P.O.W.P. (F2) Devices from 1984-3762 (F3) Devices from 1984-5010 (TWO) Denotes Former Fence (CPW) Denotes Department of Public
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Attachment: Schedule B - Illustrative Overlay 16R-6702.pdf
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Schedule B – Illustrative Overlay 16R-6702
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Attachment: Schedule C - Registered Plan 16R-8893.pdf
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E-61
DEPOSITED PLAN No. 479
PART 22 PART 16
IB
SSIB
168.974
N80°53'30"E (16R--6702 & SET) 74.210
PART 2
16R-6702
PART 3
I REQUIRE THIS PLAN TO BE DEPOSITED UNDER THE REGISTRY ACT.
PLAN 16R-8893 RECEIVED AND DEPOSITED DATE JUNE 7th 2006 DATE 2006/06/07 Whitmore-Caldwell Asst. Deputy LAND REGISTRAR FOR THE REGISTRY DIVISION OF GREY(No.16)
PART SCHEDULE OF PARTS DESCRIPTION INST. No.
1 PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARAFRAXA ROAD PART OF 497757
2 PART OF PARK LOT 6, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARAFRAXA ROAD PART OF 497757
PART 6 N9°36'00"W SSIB 1555 DISTURBED RESET (INST. 8702 & SET) 27.000
PART 24 INST. 380353 PART 9 INST. 497757 ROAD
N80°53'30"E (16R-6702 & MEAS.) 74.007 IB SSIB 1555 N9°18'15"W (INST. 380353) PART 33 INST. 380353
PART OF SURVEY OF PART OF PARK LOT 6 RANGE 5 EAST OF THE GARAFRAXA ROAD CITY OF OWEN SOUND COUNTY OF GREY HEWETT AND MILNE LIMITED SCALE - 1 : 500 LEGEND DENOTES SURVEY MONUMENT FOUND DENOTES SURVEY MONUMENT SET SIB DENOTES STANDARD IRON BAR SSIB DENOTES SHORT STANDARD IRON BAR IB DENOTES IRON BAR RIB DENOTES ROUND IRON BAR H&M DENOTES HEWETT AND MILNE LTD., O.L.S. DPW DENOTES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS OF ONTARIO 1555 DENOTES R.A. FLIGG, O.L.S. WT DENOTES WITNESS P1 DENOTES PLAN 16R-6702
NOTE BEARINGS ARE ASTRONOMIC, DERIVED FROM THE EAST LIMIT OF 16TH AVENUE EAST, AS SHOWN ON REFERENCE PLAN 16R-6702, SAID LIMIT HAVING A BEARING OF N9°36'00"W. METRIC NOTE DISTANCES SHOWN ON THIS PLAN ARE IN METRES AND CAN BE CONVERTED TO FEET BY DIVIDING BY 0.3048.
PART 12 PART 8 INST. 380353 THE GARAFRAXA ROAD PARK LOT EAST N9°36'00"W (INST. 380353) REFERENCE BEARING 398.67(16R-6702) 398.588 MEAS.
PART 1 PART 2 INSERT NOT TO SCALE IB WT. N80°53'30"E (INST. 497757 & SET) 122.0 0.080 -0.080 Tree On Corner SSIB SSB 1555 INST. 380353 PART 35 N9°18'15"W (INST. 380353 & MEAS.) 200.050
PART 1 INSERT NOT TO SCALE RANGE EAST BY-LAW No. 2000-00B, INST. No. 418120-1 PART 1, 16R--6702 N9°36'00"W (INST. 380353 & SET) 180.614 MEAS.(16R-6702/16R-7292)
PART 2 PART 29 INST. 380353 SSIB SSB 1555 WT. N9°18'15"W (INST. 380353 & SET) 200.050
SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATE I CERTIFY THAT: 1. THIS SURVEY AND PLAN ARE CORRECT AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SURVEYS ACT, THE SURVEYORS ACT AND THE REGISTRY ACT AND THE REGULATIONS MADE UNDER THEM. 2. THE SURVEY WAS COMPLETED ON THE 16th DAY OF MAY 2006. JUNE 7th 2006. NEIL C. MILNE, ONTARIO LAND SURVEYOR
PART 5 PART 3, 16R-7765 LOT AVENUE EAST PARK BY-LAW No. 2001-073, REGISTERED AS INST. No. 433931 PART 14 18TH EAST N9°18'15"W (INST. 380353 & SET) 96.404
PART 2 SSIB SSB DPW LOT CORNER... PART 26 INST. 380343 PART 1 INST. 415717 RANGE RAD 58.57 ARC 47.24 Cθ 45.9° N8°'30'E (INST. 380353 & SET)
PART 6 SSIB SSB DPW PART 28 INST. 380353 RANGE N80°38'40"E N80°36'30" E 19 R- - 6747 PART 29 PART 28 PART 27 PART 26
PART 5, 16R-7292 HEWETT AND MILNE LIMITED ONTARIO LAND SURVEYORS 302, 8th STREET EAST, OWEN SOUND, ONTARIO P. O. BOX 112, N4K 5P1 TEL: 519-376-5528 FAX 519-376-5534 EMAIL : handm@omts.com DRAWN BY FILE # FILE LOCATION D.H 06-109
11.c Report CR-26-077 from the City Clerk Re: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
Grey County Clerks are undertaking a joint recruitment for an integrity commissioner with a report expected in September, while updating the 2027 Council and Committee meeting calendar to reflect released conference dates. Specific schedule changes include moving several regular council meetings from June 14, June 28, November 15, and November 29 to earlier or later dates, as well as removing one regular council meeting on June 14.
Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
Grey County Clerks are undertaking a joint recruitment for a new integrity commissioner with a report expected in September, while the 2027 Council and Committee meeting calendar is being updated to reflect released conference dates. Specific schedule changes include moving several regular council meetings from June 14, June 28, November 15, and November 29 to earlier or later dates, as well as removing one regular council meeting on June 14.
Regular Council Meets at 5:30pm with the Resilient Community Advisory Committee Scheduled
The calendar lists regular council meetings at 5:30 pm and special daytime sessions alongside specific advisory committees such as the Resilient Community Advisory Committee meeting at 9:00 am in February.
Agenda item 11.c: Report CR-26-077 from the City Clerk Re: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
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Attachment: Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar Update - CR-26-077.pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Briana Bloomfield, City Clerk
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CR-26-077
Subject: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and
Committee Meeting Calendar
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-077 respecting updates on the
integrity commissioner and 2027 Council and Committee meeting calendar,
City Council receives the report for information purposes.
Highlights:
Grey County Clerks are undertaking a joint recruitment for a new
integrity commissioner with a report coming back to Council in
September.
Updates are being made to the 2027 Council and Committee
Meeting Calendar which will be posted to the City’s website.
Election candidates will be notified of the calendar updates.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Previous Report/Authority:
Municipal Act, 2001
Staff Report CR-26-077: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and
Committee Meeting Calendar
Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
Procedural By-law
Report CR-26-031 – 2027 Committee Structure and Calendar
Background:
Integrity Commissioner Update
The Municipal Act requires that each municipality appoint an integrity
commissioner (IC). The City’s current IC is Principles Integrity. Notice was
provided to the City that Principles Integrity will no longer be offering IC
services beginning in January 2027.
2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar Update
City Council approved the 2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar on
April 13, 2026. Since approving the calendar, new information has come
available and the calendar needs to be updated.
The Procedural By-law provides that in the event a meeting date, time or
location changes following the adoption by Council of the schedule of regular
meetings, the City will provide notice to members and the public through a
post on the City’s website, in addition to notice provided in the agenda for
the meeting.
Analysis and Options:
Integrity Commissioner Update
After notice of termination was received, Clerks and CAO staff from the
member municipalities across Grey County met and expressed interest in
continuing the practice of most or all municipalities across Grey County using
the same IC. Previously, having a consistent code of conduct was a benefit
for Council members serving on their local Council and County Council. With
the approval of Bill 9, Municipal Accountability Act, 2026, the Lieutenant
Governor in Council may make regulations prescribing a code of conduct that
all municipalities in Ontario will be subject to which means all municipalities
in Ontario may be subject to the same code of conduct. Benefits of
coordinating with Grey County include a consistent approach to responding
to complaints, potential costs savings, and efficiencies with recruitment and
training.
Staff Report CR-26-077: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and
Committee Meeting Calendar
Grey County is leading a joint process with participating municipalities for
bringing a new IC on board. Similar to what was done in 2017 with the
recruitment of the current IC, this process will be treated as a recruitment
process rather than a procurement process in order to recognize the
importance of retaining an IC who will be the right fit for the municipality,
rather than a result of scoring through a procurement process.
One staff member from each participating municipality will be an active
participant in the recruitment and recommendation of the next IC. Staff hope
to bring a report and by-law to Council in September to have the new IC
appointed in time for orientation with the new Council.
2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar Update
Municipal Conferences
Since the drafting of the calendar, some municipal conference dates have
been released. The revised calendar notes the dates in the legend and they
are as follows:
Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO)
is June 13-16.
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is August 20-23.
Ontario Good Roads Association (OGRA) is April 4-7.
Ontario Small Urban Municipalities (OSUM) is still unknown.
Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) is still unknown.
Once OSUM and ROMA dates are released, the calendar will be updated
accordingly.
Rearranging of Meeting Dates
The revisions to the Council and Committee meeting schedule are intended
to accommodate key organizational commitments and scheduling
considerations. Adjusting the meeting dates will help balance organizational
priorities while ensuring Council can continue to effectively address municipal
business.
The revised calendar is attached to the report and the changes are as
follows:
Committee of Adjustment meeting moved from June 15 to June 22.
Regular Council Meeting on June 14 removed.
Staff Report CR-26-077: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and
Committee Meeting Calendar
Regular Council Meeting and Meeting with Police Board moved from
June 28 to June 21.
Special Council meeting on November 1 moved to December 3.
Regular Council Meeting and Meeting with Police Board moved from
November 15 to November 8.
Regular Council Meeting on November 29 moved to November 22.
Removing one Regular Council meeting from the calendar is not expected to
impact Council’s ability to conduct its business. The remaining Council and
Committee meetings, together with special meetings, if required, provide
sufficient opportunity to address all governance and operational matters.
2027 Budget Dates
Early in the new Council term, staff will meet with the Mayor to determine
whether the Mayor will or will not propose the 2027 budget. Once that has
been determined, a report will be presented to Council outlining timelines
and any requests for shortening amendment windows.
Either way, staff intend on the budget being reviewed at the February 2,
2027 Resilient Community Advisory Committee meeting, with the final
budget being presented at the February 22 Regular Council meeting. The
multi-year capital budget will be reviewed at the July 6 Resilient Community
Advisory Committee meeting.
The Special Council meetings scheduled throughout 2027 are planned to be
used for strategic planning and continuing education.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
There are no financial implications for the recruitment of a new integrity
commissioner or for the calendar updates.
Human Resources
The City Clerk will be participating in the recruitment of the new integrity
commissioner. It is anticipated that 10 hours will be spent on recruitment
and reports to Council.
Staff Report CR-26-077: Updates - Integrity Commissioner and 2027 Council and
Committee Meeting Calendar
Time and Scheduling
The intention is to have the new integrity commissioner in place for
orientation in the fall.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Communication and Engagement:
The next staff report will provide further information on the proposed new
integrity commissioner.
The revised calendar will be posted to the City’s website and election
candidates will be notified of the change.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Strategic Leadership Team, Deputy Clerk, and Committee and Executive
Support Coordinator
Attachments:
Revised 2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
Reviewed by:
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Briana Bloomfield, City
Clerk at bbloomfield@owensound.ca or 519-376-1440 ext. 1247.
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Committee Meeting Calendar
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2027 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
January February March April
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10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 ST 16 17 18 19 20 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
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September October November December
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4
5 ST 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 HX 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 ST 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 HX 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 26 ST ST 29 30 31
Regular Council - 5:30pm Resilient Community Advisory Committee 9:00 am
Special Council - Daytime Sustainable Community Advisory Committee 5:30 pm
Meeting with Police Board - 3:00 p.m. Vibrant Community Advisory Committee 5:30 pm
River District Board of Management 5:30pm Tom Thomson Art Gallery Advisory Committee 2:00 pm
Committee of Adjustment 3:00pm Office Holiday Closure
ST - Statutory Holiday; HX - Other Holiday GCJAAC - Thursdays, quarterly - 2:00 p.m.
ROMA Jan XX-XX OGRA Apr 04-07 OSUM Apr XX-May XX FCM Jun 10-13 AMCTO Jun 13-16 AMO Aug 20-23
GSCA - 4th Wednesday, monthly - 1:15 p.m. OSNGUPL - Last Thursday, Jan-Jun and Sept-Nov - 6:00 p.m.
OSHC - 3rd Tuesday, monthly - 9:00 a.m. OSPS - 4th Wednesday, monthly - 9:00 a.m.
11.d Report CR-26-074 from the Manager of Corporate Services Re: Approval of 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan
City Council approved projects funded within the 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan, which encompasses $69.4 million in fully funded capital projects and $37.2 million in unfunded capital. The five-year plan allocates specific funds for replacing compressors at JMRRC Regional Rec Centre, upgrading fencing at Tom Williams Park, and constructing facilities at Duncan McLellan Park totaling $740,000. Additional allocations support bridge upgrades costing $80,000, roof repairs requiring $628,000, boiler replacements, window swaps, IT infrastructure improvements including firewall changes, wastewater flushing work in Genoe, traffic signal replacements at 8th Street West and 2nd Avenue West, and retaining wall reconstruction on 15th Street East. The total budget allocated across these diverse initiatives is $8,763,000.
Council Approves the 2027-2031 Multi-year Capital Plan with a Further Update Scheduled
City Council approves the projects funded within the 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan, which encompasses $69.4 million in fully funded capital projects and $37.2 million in unfunded capital.
$650,000 Allocated to Bayshore - Arena Bowl Seat Replacement
The document outlines a five-year capital plan for Owens Sound, listing specific projects with assigned budget amounts and start dates across departments like Art Gallery and City Manager.
Funding Is Allocated to Replace Compressors, Upgrade Park Facilities Like Fences
The capital plan allocates funds for replacing a compressor at the JMRRC Regional Rec Centre and upgrading fencing at Tom Williams Park. Additional funding supports playground replacements at Parkview Park, design services for those projects, and roadway replacement in Harrison Park.
Capital Plan Funds Duncan Mclellan Park Construction and Multiple Bridge Upgrades
The five-year capital plan allocates funding for facility design and construction at Duncan McLellan Park totaling $740,000. Additional projects include upgrades to the HP Rainbow Bridge OSIM Structure #21 costing $80,000 and repairs to Bayshore Regional Rec Centre roof sections requiring $628,000.
2030 Capital Plan Allocates Funds to Replace Domestic Hot Water Boilers
The 2030 capital plan allocates funds to replace domestic hot water boilers at JMRRC, upgrade roof sections there, and swap out unit heaters and windows/doors across Bayshore facilities.
Five-year Capital Plan Summary Lists Specific Projects for Parks and Green Spaces
The five-year capital plan summary lists specific projects for Parks and Green Spaces, Bayshore facilities, Cemetery upgrades, Regional Rec Centre equipment replacements like compressors at JMRRC, Planning Official Plan updates, and Corporate Services IT infrastructure including telephone system replacement. The total budget allocated across these diverse initiatives is $8,763,000.
Additional Funding Supports Shop Equipment Changes Like HWH Units and Radiant Heaters
The five-year capital plan allocates funds for specific infrastructure upgrades including IT monitor replacements, wireless access point installations, and roof restorations at police facilities. Additional funding supports shop equipment changes like HWH units and radiant heaters alongside transit terminal window repairs. Future projects scheduled for 2028 include HVAC replacement at the Billy Bishop Museum, CN station decking repairs, and video surveillance system updates.
Capital Plan Allocates Funds for IT Infrastructure Upgrades Including Firewall Replacements
The capital plan allocates funds for IT infrastructure upgrades including firewall replacements and new council equipment in 2030. Specific projects include replacing fire alarm systems at OSPS sites and upgrading windows and doors across various facilities like the Billy Bishop Museum and Harrison Park Pool. Additional funding supports mechanical assessments, furnace replacements, and software transformation initiatives to maintain operational capabilities.
Corporate Services Projects Include Replacing Windows at Harrison Park Facilities and Upgrading
The five-year capital plan allocates funds for specific infrastructure upgrades across multiple departments starting in 2027. Corporate Services projects include replacing windows at Harrison Park facilities and upgrading IT network switches by 2031. The Fire department receives funding to replace bunker gear, install automated external defibrillators, and renovate a station between 2027 and 2031. Library initiatives cover front door replacement and masonry re-pointing scheduled for early implementation.
Additional Investments Support Wastewater Infrastructure Such As Flushing Work in Genoe, Overflow
The five-year capital plan allocates funding for engineering projects including intersection upgrades at 16th St E and 20th Ave E, culvert replacements west of 28th Ave E, and asphalt replacement on 5th Avenue East. Additional investments support wastewater infrastructure such as flushing work in Genoe, overflow weir modifications, and biosolids cleanouts alongside water system maintenance like cathodic protection rehabilitation.
Engineering Initiatives Cover Traffic Signal Replacements at Specific Intersections Like 8th Street
The five-year capital plan allocates funds for Public Works projects including asphalt replacement in 2031 and bridge rehabilitation over the Pottawatomi River. Engineering initiatives cover traffic signal replacements at specific intersections like 8th Street West and 2nd Avenue West, alongside retaining wall reconstruction on 15th Street East.
Agenda item 11.d: Report CR-26-074 from the Manager of Corporate Services Re: Approval of 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan
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Attachment: Approval of 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan - CR-26-074.pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Jason Hoffman, Manager of Corporate Services
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CR-26-074
Subject: Approval of 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-074 respecting the approval of
the 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan, City Council:
1. Approves the projects funded within the 2027-2031 Multi-Year
Capital Plan; and
2. Directs staff to bring forward a further update to the 2027-2031
Multi-Year Capital Plan for subsequent approval in December 2026.
Highlights:
The Multi-Year Capital Plan is comprehensively reviewed by City
Council on a bi-annual basis to manage municipal investments
across a rolling five-year horizon.
The 2027-2031 plan encompasses $69.4 million in fully funded
capital projects to support community infrastructure, and $37.2
million in unfunded capital.
Project financing is drawn from multiple revenue streams, including
$21 million from the tax-supported operating budget, $23 million
from water and wastewater rates, and the remaining $25.3 million
from reserves, grants, donations, development charges, and
debentures.
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Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Previous Report/Authority:
June 23, 2026, Special Council Meeting: Presentation from the Director of
Corporate Services, Manager of Corporate Services, and Capital Asset and
Risk Management Coordinator Re: Multi-Year Capital Plan Update 2027-2031
Background:
City Council reviews the Multi-Year Capital Plan twice a year to ensure
ongoing oversight and adaptability.
June Comprehensive Review: Council evaluates the proposed
five-year plan, provides feedback, and reviews any modifications
made since the last cycle. As with last year, a fifth year of projects
and budget allocations is added to the forecast for Council's
consideration and approval.
December Status Update: Staff provide a progress report
detailing any adjustments to active, previously approved capital
projects since the summer review.
Adopting the plan means Council is authorizing all funded projects scheduled
across the five-year window. Because this process is bi-annual, Council
retains continuous opportunities to question, modify, or eliminate projects
prior to final approval. Furthermore, unless the City has legally committed to
a third-party contract for a project, Council can always re-evaluate and
adjust projects during future updates.
Approving the fully funded multi-year plan offers several strategic
advantages:
Shifts focus from year-to-year budgeting to proactive, long-term
asset planning;
Enhances the City's flexibility to adapt to shifting internal or
external priorities;
Optimizes how and when resources are allocated over time;
Allows staff to adjust project timelines to capture operational
efficiencies; and
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Enables early tendering, which often results in financial savings.
Analysis:
Staff presented the 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan to Council during a
Special Council Meeting on June 23, 2026. Arising from that session, Council
approved the following amendments, which have now been fully integrated
into the updated capital plan model and its accompanying summaries:
Resolution No. S-260623-003
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CS-26-038 respecting the Nine Bends
Trail and Roadway (1st Street West) Condition Update, City Council
approves:
1. An allocation of up to $70,000 for engineering analysis and
preliminary design from the capital reserve fund; and
2. An additional allocation of up to $10,000 for immediate consultation
services from the capital reserve fund.
Please note that this $10,000 allocation is a 2026 budget item intended for
immediate use and will not impact the 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan
budget.
Resolution No. S-260623-005
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report OP-26-031 respecting the next steps
for the 4th Avenue West Reconstruction (15th Street to 20th Street), City
Council directs staff to proceed with the detailed design of Option 1A - Status
Quo with Modernization, to support preparation of construction tender
documents for issuance in advance of the 2027 construction season."
Resolution No. S-260623-006
"THAT in consideration of the presentation provided on June 23, 2026 from
the Director of Corporate Services, Manager of Corporate Services, and
Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator respecting the 2027-2031
Multi-Year Capital Plan, City Council directs staff to:
1. Proceed with Project CAP-27-0027 being the Greenwood Cemetery
Office Accessibility Entrance and Parking Space on the condition
that the City receives the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone
(EASE) Grant; and
Staff Report CR-26-074: Approval of 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan
2. Return to Council with Project CAP-27-0027 for consideration
should the City not receive the EASE Grant."
Resolution No. S-260623-009
"THAT in consideration of the presentation provided on June 23, 2026 from
the Director of Corporate Services, Manager of Corporate Services, and
Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator respecting the 2027-2031
Multi-Year Capital Plan, City Council directs staff to remove Project CAP-27-
0037 being the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre Flagpole from the
2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan."
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan includes $69.4 million in funded
projects. The funding of these projects will be based on $21 million through
annual contributions from the tax-supported operating budget, $23 million
through water and wastewater rates, and the remaining $25.3 million from
reserves, grants, donations, development charges, and debentures.
Human Resources
The preparation, review, and ongoing management of the 2027-2031 Multi-
Year Capital Plan requires significant staff time and cross-departmental
collaboration. Specifically, the Manager of Corporate Services, the Director of
Corporate Services, and the Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator
dedicate substantial time to developing, modelling, and refining this plan.
Additionally, management and staff across various City departments
contribute time to identifying, estimating, and prioritizing specific capital
needs.
Time and Scheduling
The development of the Multi-Year Capital Plan operates on a bi-annual
schedule. The Manager of Corporate Services, Director of Corporate Services,
and Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator spent considerable time
compiling the draft plan and detailed project sheets for the initial
presentation at the June 23, 2026, Special Council Meeting, and preparing
this final version for the July 27, 2026, Council Meeting. Following Council's
approval, these staff members will dedicate additional scheduled time
Staff Report CR-26-074: Approval of 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan
throughout the fall to review project progress and prepare the required
progress report for the upcoming December 2026 status update.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Communication and Engagement:
The draft 2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan, including capital project detail
sheets were presented to Council on June 23, 2026. The 2027-2031 Multi-
Year Capital Plan will be posted to the City of Owen Sound’s Budget and
Finance webpage.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator
All management and staff boards were involved with developing the capital
budget.
Attachments:
2027-2031 Multi-Year Capital Plan Summary Page
Reviewed by:
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Jason Hoffman, Manager
of Corporate Services at jhoffman@owensound.ca or 519-376-1440 ext.
1240.
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5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
Art Gallery
Tom Thomson Art CAP-29-0001 01-01-2029 31.40 Art Gallery - Design for TTAG/Tourism / OSNGUPL Shared Customer
Art Gallery $500,000
Gallery Service Area and Entrance
Art Gallery Total $500,000
City Manager
CAP-27-0004 01-01-2027 37.50 City Manager - Citizen Satisfaction Survey 2027
City Manager General Government $25,000
CAP-27-0006 01-01-2027 42.50 City Manager - Term of Council Priorities - Strategic Plan (Term)
City Manager General Government $15,000
CAP-28-0005 01-01-2028 50.70 City Manager - Digital Message Signs (JMRRC & Bayshore)
City Manager General Government $75,000
City Manager River District CAP-29-0005 01-01-2029 40.10 Downtown - Wayfinding Signage $50,000
CAP-30-0007 01-01-2030 37.50 City Manager - Community Engagement, Citizen Satisfaction Survey
City Manager General Government $25,000
CAP-30-0008 01-01-2030 45.00 City Manager - Corporate Website Transformation
City Manager General Government $50,000
CAP-30-0009 01-01-2030 37.70 City Manager - Employee Engagement Initiative
City Manager General Government $25,000
CAP-31-0006 01-01-2031 43.50 City Manager - Strategic Priorities Dashboard
City Manager General Government $10,000
CAP-31-0007 01-01-2031 34.60 City Manager - Term of Council Priorities - Strategic Plan (Term) 2031
City Manager General Government $15,000
City Manager Total $290,000
Community Services
Parks and Green CAP-26-0019 01-01-2027 51.10 Parks - Harrison Park Community Hall - Parking Lot and Facility Drainage
Community Services $105,000
Spaces Improvements
Community Services Cemetery CAP-26-0041 01-01-2027 39.20 Greenwood Cemetery - BAO License Update for Columbarium $50,000
Parks and Green CAP-26-0068 01-01-2027 42.30 Parks - Kiwanis Soccer Complex - Entrance Gate/Sign
Community Services $30,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-26-0084 01-01-2027 34.80 Parks - Harrison Park - Naturalization of Bird and Waterfowl Area
Community Services $37,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-26-0124 01-01-2027 48.90 Parks - Kelso Beach at Nawash Park Main Entrance & Fence
Community Services $31,000
Spaces
Community Services Bayshore CAP-27-0002 01-01-2027 36.10 Bayshore - Arena Bowl Seat Replacement $650,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-27-0003 01-01-2027 39.70 Bayshore - Ice Floor Cover $231,000
CAP-27-0027 01-01-2027 49.80 Greenwood Cemetery - Office Accessibility Entrance and Parking Space
Community Services Cemetery $249,000
Regional Rec Centre CAP-27-0036 01-01-2027 27.00 JMRRC - Compressor 2 Replacement
Community Services $30,000
(JMRRC)
Parks and Green CAP-27-0048 01-01-2027 19.20 Parks - Harrison Park Workshop Interior Door Replacement
Community Services $28,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-27-0049 01-01-2027 40.70 Parks - Kiwanis Soccer Complex - Facility Condition Assessment
Community Services $10,000
Spaces
Community Services CAP-27-0050 01-01-2027 50.90 Playground Replacement - Parkview Park $246,000
Parks and Green CAP-27-0051 01-01-2027 69.30 Parks - Playground Replacement - Design Services
Community Services $150,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-27-0052 01-01-2027 51.20 Parks - Tom Williams Park - Backstop and Infield Fencing Upgrade
Community Services $90,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-27-XXX 01-01-2027 79.90 The Fortress - Downtown River Precinct
Community Services $25,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-27-XXX 01-01-2027 64.70 Harrison Park - West Entry Roadway Replacement
Community Services $350,000
Spaces
Community Services Facilities, Other CAP-26-0018 01-04-2027 21.90 Parks - Harrison Park Bandstand Window and Door Replacement $10,000
Parks and Green CAP-26-0121 01-04-2027 19.40 Parks - Harrison Park Bandstand Ceiling, Facia, Soffit
Community Services $20,000
Spaces
Parks and Green 28D.10 01-01-2028 40.50 Parks - Pedestrian Bridge Upgrade - East Harbour Boat Launch Bridge
Community Services $54,000
Spaces (OSIM Structure #26)
5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
Parks and Green CAP-26-0044 01-01-2028 58.90 Parks - Duncan McLellan - Facility Design and Construction
Community Services $740,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-26-0069 01-01-2028 38.50 Parks - Pedestrian Bridge Upgrade - HP Rainbow Bridge (OSIM Structure
Community Services $80,000
Spaces #21)
Community Services Bayshore CAP-27-0068 01-01-2028 45.50 Bayshore - Roof Section 2, 4, 5 Repair and Restore $628,000
Regional Rec Centre CAP-28-0021 01-01-2028 26.70 JMRRC - B.A.S. Control Upgrades
Community Services $65,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-28-0022 01-01-2028 35.00 JMRRC - Ice Resurfacer Replacement
Community Services $130,000
(JMRRC)
Parks and Green CAP-28-0024 01-01-2028 26.50 Parks - Harrison Park Camp Laundry Facility Repairs
Community Services $25,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-28-0027 01-01-2028 59.10 Parks - Kiwanis Soccer Complex - Technical Assessment of Turf Condition
Community Services $50,000
Spaces and Restoration
Parks and Green CAP-28-0029 01-01-2028 40.50 Parks - Pedestrian Bridge Upgrade - HP North Mile Drive Bridge (OSIM
Community Services $113,000
Spaces Structure #23)
Parks and Green CAP-28-0030 01-01-2028 40.50 Parks - Pedestrian Bridge Upgrade - HP Pedestrian Bridge (OSIM Structure
Community Services $44,000
Spaces #22)
Parks and Green CAP-28-0031 01-01-2028 40.50 Parks - Pedestrian Bridge Upgrade - HP South Mile Drive Bridge (OSIM
Community Services $97,000
Spaces Structure #24)
Parks and Green CAP-28-0032 01-01-2028 40.50 Parks - Pedestrian Bridge Upgrade - Pottawatomi River Bridge (OSIM
Community Services $34,000
Spaces Structure #06)
Parks and Green CAP-28-0033 01-01-2028 53.50 Parks - Playground Replacement - Alexandra Park Playground
Community Services $246,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-26-0039 01-01-2029 36.50 Greenwood Cemetery - GIS Plots
Community Services $25,000
Spaces
Community Services Cemetery CAP-26-0127 01-01-2029 22.40 Greenwood Cemetery - Natural Burials Landscape Construction $10,000
Community Services Cemetery CAP-29-0040 01-01-2029 30.60 Greenwood Cemetery - Survey Underutilized Areas $15,000
Regional Rec Centre CAP-29-0043 01-01-2029 29.40 JMRRC - Floor Scrubber Replacement
Community Services $20,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-29-0044 01-01-2029 38.00 JMRRC - Plate and Frame Regasket 2
Community Services $30,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-29-0045 01-01-2029 38.00 JMRRC - Plate and Frame Regasket 3
Community Services $30,000
(JMRRC)
Parks and Green CAP-29-0049 01-01-2029 43.30 Parks - Centennial Tower - Pathway Upgrade (Parking Lot to Tower
Community Services $145,000
Spaces Platform)
Parks and Green CAP-29-0051 01-01-2029 61.10 Parks - Harrison Park - Roads, Parking Lots and Pathways Optimization and
Community Services $50,000
Spaces Prioritization Study
Parks and Green CAP-29-0053 01-01-2029 64.10 Parks - Kiwanis Soccer Complex - Irrigation Network Technical Assessment
Community Services $70,000
Spaces and Ugrades
Parks and Green CAP-29-0054 01-01-2029 45.90 Parks - Playground Replacement - Westmount Playground
Community Services $246,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-29-0055 01-01-2029 54.00 Parks - Trail Design and Signage Standards Development
Community Services $25,000
Spaces
Community Services Bayshore CAP-30-0001 01-01-2030 31.80 Bayshore - Christie Hare Room Floor Replacement $40,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-30-0002 01-01-2030 25.40 Bayshore - Ice Resurfacer Room Floor Repairs $60,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-30-0003 01-01-2030 32.20 Bayshore - Rutherford Hall Floor Replacement $100,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-30-0004 01-01-2030 23.10 Bayshore - Unit Heater 1, 3 and 8 Replacement $15,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-30-0005 01-01-2030 45.20 Bayshore - Window and Door Replacement $30,000
Regional Rec Centre CAP-30-0025 01-01-2030 35.00 JMRRC - Domestic Hot Water Boiler 1
Community Services $70,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-30-0026 01-01-2030 35.00 JMRRC - Domestic Hot Water Boiler 2
Community Services $70,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-30-0027 01-01-2030 36.00 JMRRC - Natural Gas Refueler
Community Services $60,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-30-0028 01-01-2030 21.80 JMRRC - Roof Sections 3-10 Replacement
Community Services $453,000
(JMRRC)
Parks and Green CAP-30-0036 01-01-2030 44.20 Parks - Kinsmen Park Bleachers
Community Services $20,000
Spaces
5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
Parks and Green CAP-30-0038 01-01-2030 28.80 Parks - St. George's Baseball Diamond - Field Lights Replacement
Community Services $50,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-30-0039 01-01-2030 54.50 Parks - Trail Design and Signage Standards Implementation
Community Services $150,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-30-XXX 01-01-2030 50.90 Parks - Playground Replacement - Tot Lot Park
Community Services $246,000
Spaces
Community Services Bayshore CAP-31-0001 01-01-2031 39.10 Bayshore - Dressing Room Rubber Floor Replacement $750,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-31-0002 01-01-2031 25.70 Bayshore - Dressing Room Shower Upgrades $30,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-31-0003 01-01-2031 27.70 Bayshore - Elevator Modernization $140,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-31-0004 01-01-2031 28.90 Bayshore - Exterior Brick Repairs/Sealing $50,000
Community Services Bayshore CAP-31-0005 01-01-2031 35.50 Bayshore - RTU Replacement $204,000
Community Services Cemetery CAP-31-0016 01-01-2031 38.10 Greenwood Cemetery - Administration Office Interior Upgrade $75,000
Regional Rec Centre CAP-31-0019 01-01-2031 35.10 JMRRC - Compressor 1 Replacement
Community Services $30,000
(JMRRC)
Regional Rec Centre CAP-31-0020 01-01-2031 37.10 JMRRC - Compressor 3 Replacement
Community Services $30,000
(JMRRC)
Parks and Green CAP-31-0021 01-01-2031 20.00 Parks - Harrison Park Seniors Centre Garage Roof
Community Services $10,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-31-0022 01-01-2031 42.10 Parks - Kelso Beach at Nawash Park Frontage Renewal (Conceptual
Community Services $35,000
Spaces Design)
Parks and Green CAP-31-0023 01-01-2031 38.50 Parks - Kelso Beach at Nawash Park Parking Lot Upgrade
Community Services $75,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-31-0024 01-01-2031 53.50 Parks - Playground Replacement - Ed Taylor Playground
Community Services $246,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-31-0025 01-01-2031 69.30 Parks - Playground Replacement - Design Services
Community Services $150,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-31-0026 01-01-2031 51.50 Parks - Trails Master Plan Update
Community Services $100,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-31-0027 01-01-2031 65.50 Parks - Waterfront Trail West - Pave FHT to West Side Boat Launch
Community Services $100,000
Spaces
Planning, Heritage CAP-31-0028 01-01-2031 42.00 Planning Official Plan Update
Community Services $60,000
and Development
Community Services Total $8,763,000
Corporate Services
Information CAP-26-0034 01-01-2027 43.00 IT - Telephone System Replacement
Corporate Services $139,000
Technology
Corporate Services Animal Control CAP-27-0001 01-01-2027 33.50 Animal Control Facility - Furnace & Condenser Replacement $10,000
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-27-0025 01-01-2027 19.00 General Facilities - Bottle Fill Stations $10,000
Information CAP-27-0028 01-01-2027 43.00 IT - Computer Replacement
Corporate Services $124,800
Technology
Information CAP-27-0029 01-01-2027 43.40 IT - Firewall Replacement
Corporate Services $14,000
Technology
Information CAP-27-0030 01-01-2027 43.00 IT - Monitor Replacement
Corporate Services $11,000
Technology
Information CAP-27-0031 01-01-2027 44.50 IT - Software Transformation - HRIS
Corporate Services $248,000
Technology
Information CAP-27-0035 01-01-2027 45.40 IT - Wireless Access Point Replacement
Corporate Services $20,000
Technology
Corporate Services Police CAP-27-0043 01-01-2027 21.40 OSPS - Roof Section 3 Restoration $80,000
Parks and Green CAP-27-0053 01-01-2027 19.80 Parks - West Side Boat Launch Roof Replacement
Corporate Services $10,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-27-0054 01-01-2027 19.80 Parks - West Side Shop Roof Replacement
Corporate Services $7,000
Spaces
Corporate Services Public Works CAP-27-0055 01-01-2027 29.50 Public Works - Shop HWH Replacement $15,000
Corporate Services Public Works CAP-27-0056 01-01-2027 26.10 Public Works - Shop Radiant Heater Replacement $54,000
Corporate Services Transit CAP-27-0057 01-01-2027 42.30 Transit - Terminal Window and Door Replacement $25,000
Corporate Services Facilities, Other 28G.1 01-01-2028 33.60 City Hall - Carpet Replacement $50,000
5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-28-0001 01-01-2028 29.10 Billy Bishop Museum (BBM) - HVAC Replacement $30,000
Corporate Services City Hall Facility CAP-28-0002 01-01-2028 26.60 City Hall - Access Control System Replacement $75,000
Corporate Services City Hall Facility CAP-28-0004 01-01-2028 21.40 City Hall - Interior Painting $20,000
Corporate Services CN Station Facility CAP-28-0006 01-01-2028 34.30 CN Station - Decking Replacement & Slab Repairs $20,000
Corporate Services CN Station Facility CAP-28-0007 01-01-2028 38.30 CN Station - Exterior Landscaping & Accessibility Upgrades $50,000
CAP-28-0016 01-01-2028 34.50 HR - Employee Development and Performance Tool
Corporate Services General Government $25,000
Information CAP-28-0017 01-01-2028 44.60 IT - Meeting Room Equipment
Corporate Services $15,000
Technology
Information CAP-28-0018 01-01-2028 24.00 IT - Projectors
Corporate Services $16,000
Technology
Information CAP-28-0019 01-01-2028 44.50 IT - Software Transformation - Mobile Technology + AVL
Corporate Services $52,800
Technology
Information CAP-28-0020 01-01-2028 41.00 IT - Video Surveillance System Replacement
Corporate Services $70,000
Technology
Corporate Services Police CAP-28-0023 01-01-2028 23.40 OSPS - Elevator Upgrades or Replacement $225,000
Parks and Green CAP-28-0025 01-01-2028 29.10 Parks - Harrison Park Work Shop Furnace Replacement
Corporate Services $25,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-28-0026 01-01-2028 22.00 Parks - Harrison Park Workshop Roof Replacement
Corporate Services $20,000
Spaces
Information CAP-26-0064 01-03-2028 44.50 IT - Fire Record Management System
Corporate Services $45,000
Technology
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-29-0002 01-01-2029 31.60 Billy Bishop Museum (BBM) - Accessibility Upgrades $50,000
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-29-0003 01-01-2029 12.20 Billy Bishop Museum (BBM) - Side Porch Upgrades $90,000
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-29-0004 01-01-2029 21.40 Billy Bishop Museum (BBM) - West Roof Structural Repairs $30,000
CAP-29-0041 01-01-2029 42.60 HR - Pay Equity and Market Review
Corporate Services General Government $15,000
Information CAP-29-0042 01-01-2029 43.40 IT - Firewall Replacement
Corporate Services $35,000
Technology
Corporate Services Police CAP-29-0047 01-01-2029 19.00 OSPS - Fire Alarm System Replacement $40,000
Corporate Services Police CAP-29-0048 01-01-2029 40.30 OSPS - Window and Door Replacement $375,000
Parks and Green CAP-29-0050 01-01-2029 39.30 Parks - Centennial Tower Rehabilitation
Corporate Services $271,795
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-29-0052 01-01-2029 29.10 Parks - Harrison Park Seniors Centre Furnace Replacement
Corporate Services $15,000
Spaces
Corporate Services Transit CAP-29-0056 01-01-2029 42.30 Transit - Terminal Roof Section 2 Replacement $70,000
Information 30A.3 01-01-2030 46.70 IT - Computer Capital - Replace Staff Cell Phones
Corporate Services $103,800
Technology
Parks and Green 30D.4 01-01-2030 32.70 Parks - Harrison Park Pool Window and Door Replacement
Corporate Services $17,500
Spaces
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-30-0006 01-01-2030 20.20 Billy Bishop Museum (BBM) - Window Repairs and Painting $150,000
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-30-0016 01-01-2030 21.50 Farmers Market - Radiator Replacement $34,500
Corporate Services Facilities, Other CAP-30-0018 01-01-2030 19.00 General Facilities - Bottle Fill Stations $10,000
Information CAP-30-0019 01-01-2030 33.00 IT - Computer Capital - New Council Equipment (Councilor/Mayor
Corporate Services $32,000
Technology Ipad/Computer)
Information CAP-30-0021 01-01-2030 43.00 IT - Computer Replacement
Corporate Services $158,275
Technology
Information CAP-30-0022 01-01-2030 30.00 IT - Council Chambers Audio/Video Replacement
Corporate Services $121,900
Technology
Information CAP-30-0023 01-01-2030 43.00 IT - Monitor Replacement
Corporate Services $13,750
Technology
Information CAP-30-0024 01-01-2030 44.50 IT - Software Transformation - Asset Management
Corporate Services $110,550
Technology
Corporate Services Library Facility CAP-30-0029 01-01-2030 23.50 OSNGUPL - Detailed Electrical and Mechanical Assessment $25,000
Parks and Green CAP-30-0031 01-01-2030 19.00 Parks - Duncan McLellan Field House Exhaust Fan Replacement
Corporate Services $10,400
Spaces
5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
Parks and Green CAP-30-0032 01-01-2030 20.80 Parks - Duncan McLellan Field House Floor Replacement
Corporate Services $26,200
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-30-0033 01-01-2030 32.70 Parks - Harrison Park Community Hall Window Replacement
Corporate Services $43,000
Spaces
Parks and Green CAP-30-0035 01-01-2030 34.30 Parks - Harrison Park Senior Centre Window and Door Replacement
Corporate Services $25,000
Spaces
Corporate Services Public Works CAP-30-0040 01-01-2030 29.50 Public Works - Exterior Steel Entrance Door Replacement $16,600
Information CAP-31-0017 01-01-2031 60.90 IT - Network Switches (2031)
Corporate Services $100,500
Technology
Information CAP-31-0018 01-01-2031 46.00 IT - Server Replacement
Corporate Services $162,700
Technology
Corporate Services Total $3,660,070
Fire
Fire Fire CAP-27-0018 01-01-2027 55.00 Fire - Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) $5,000
Fire Fire CAP-27-0019 01-01-2027 65.20 Fire - Bunker Gear Replacement $45,000
Fire Fire CAP-27-0020 01-01-2027 39.90 Fire - Mobile Data Terminals Installed in Apparatus $12,000
Fire Fire CAP-27-0021 01-01-2027 51.00 Fire - Rope Rescue Equipment $9,000
Fire Fire CAP-27-0024 01-01-2027 48.60 Fire - Water Rescue - Survival Suits, Life Jackets and PDFs $6,000
Fire Fire CAP-27-0022 01-01-2028 48.20 Fire - Station Renovation and Expansion $4,810,080
Fire Fire CAP-27-0023 01-01-2028 38.10 Fire - Unit Heater Replacements (x3) - Apparatus Bay $40,000
Fire Fire CAP-28-0014 01-01-2028 48.50 Fire - Auto Extrication (Cutter, Spreader, Ram) $40,000
Fire Fire CAP-28-0015 01-01-2028 65.20 Fire - Bunker Gear Replacement $30,000
Fire Fire CAP-29-0011 01-01-2029 65.20 Fire - Bunker Gear Replacement $42,000
Fire Fire CAP-29-0012 01-01-2029 53.00 Fire - Thermal Imaging Cameras $15,000
Fire Fire CAP-29-0013 01-01-2029 62.80 Fire - Water Rescue - Ice Commander Suits $5,200
Fire Fire CAP-29-0014 01-01-2029 73.10 Fire - Water Rescue - Inflatable Life Raft $9,500
Fire Fire CAP-30-0017 01-01-2030 65.20 Fire - Bunker Gear Replacement $33,500
Fire Fire CAP-31-0015 01-01-2031 70.80 Fire - Bunker Gear Replacement $47,500
Fire Fire CAP-31-XXX 01-01-2031 51.40 Fire - Auto Extrication (Battery Powered Tools) $71,000
Fire Total $5,220,780
Library
Library Library Facility CAP-27-0038 01-01-2027 41.70 Library Front Door Replacement $60,000
Library Library Facility CAP-27-0039 01-01-2027 30.10 OSNGUPL - Masonry Re-pointing $50,000
Library Library Facility CAP-27-0040 01-01-2027 27.50 OSNGUPL - Window Replacement $125,000
Library Total $235,000
Public Works and Engineering
Public Works and Engineering Water 27N.1 01-01-2027 46.00 Water - Hydrant Painting (2027) $90,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-26-0101 01-01-2027 64.80 Water - Valve Replacements 2027 $40,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-26-0135 01-01-2027 68.70 Engineering - 2nd Avenue East Watermain Replacement $880,000
CAP-27-0007 01-01-2027 39.30 Engineering - 10th St E - 18th Ave E to 20th Ave E - Smart REIT Servicing
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $2,800,000
Agreement
CAP-27-0008 01-01-2027 46.50 Engineering - 16th St E & 20th Ave E Intersection Upgrading and 20th Ave E
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $478,000
Construction - Thompson Centres Servicing Agreement
CAP-27-0009 01-01-2027 40.60 Engineering - 20th Street East Culverts (OS-10) - West of 28th Ave E
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $830,000
CAP-27-0010 01-01-2027 53.70 Engineering - 2nd Ave W/Grey Road 1 - 10th St W to 14th St W (675 m)
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $620,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-27-0011 01-01-2027 44.20 Engineering - 5th Avenue East (RW-4) - 700 block - east side $485,000
CAP-27-0012 01-01-2027 47.40 Engineering - 8th St E/GR 5 - From end of curb (600 m east of 8th St E) to
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $450,000
20th Ave E
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-27-0013 01-01-2027 50.30 Engineering - Asphalt & Concrete Replacement (2027) $125,000
5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
CAP-27-0014 01-01-2027 63.90 Engineering - Kenny Drain Pond Clean Out and Expansion (3005 9th Ave E)
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $1,946,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-27-0015 01-01-2027 63.70 Engineering - Traffic Signal Replacement - 10th St and 7th Ave W $350,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-27-0016 01-01-2027 34.70 Engineering - Water & Wastewater Master Servicing $350,000
Environmental CAP-27-0017 01-01-2027 42.50 Environmental Services - Flush and Camera Work Genoe
Public Works and Engineering $75,000
Services
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-27-0058 01-01-2027 65.10 Wastewater - 10th St. Overflow Weir Modification $100,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-27-0060 01-01-2027 69.30 Wastewater - Storage Tank Biosolids Cleanout (2027) $150,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-27-0062 01-01-2027 66.10 Water - Cathodic Protection Rehab $270,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-27-0066 01-01-2027 53.70 Water - Water Distribution New Valve Chambers for BGCSB $250,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-27-0067 01-01-2027 63.40 Water - Water Treatment Plant Facility Maintenance i/c Roof $475,200
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-27-0061 01-01-2028 66.00 Wastewater - WWTP Instrumentation/SCADA (2028) $150,000
CAP-28-0008 01-01-2028 43.20 Engineering - 10th St W - Upper North Side - RW-3B (Connecting Link)
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $695,000
CAP-28-0009 01-01-2028 32.10 Engineering - 28th Avenue East Culverts (OS-17) - north of 20th St E
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $740,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-28-0010 01-01-2028 56.30 Engineering - 3rd Ave E/GR 15 - 10th St E to 12th St E - Phase 1 $3,320,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-28-0011 01-01-2028 81.30 Engineering - Asphalt & Concrete Replacement (2028) $700,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-28-0013 01-01-2028 45.50 Engineering - Transportation Master Plan Update $300,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-28-0034 01-01-2028 61.00 Wastewater - 4th St Pumping Station - Minor Pumping Station Rehab $300,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-28-0035 01-01-2028 66.10 Water - Cathodic Protection Rehab $300,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-28-0036 01-01-2028 64.80 Water - Instrumentation Replacement (2028) $30,000
CAP-29-0006 01-01-2029 55.90 Engineering - 3rd Avenue East/GR 15 - 12th St E to 14t St E - Phase 2
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $3,320,000
CAP-29-0007 01-01-2029 38.30 Engineering - 9th Avenue East - 3000 Block - Culvert Repair/Rehabilitation
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $290,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-29-0008 01-01-2029 81.30 Engineering - Asphalt & Concrete Replacement (2029) $700,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-29-0010 01-01-2029 63.30 Engineering - Traffic Signal Replacement - 14th St & 4th Ave West $350,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-29-0057 01-01-2029 61.60 Wastewater - Collection System Capital Reinvestment $1,400,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0058 01-01-2029 70.40 Water - Confined Space Entry Equipment $10,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0059 01-01-2029 70.80 Water - Leak Detection Survey $20,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0060 01-01-2029 70.30 Water - Major Pump Replacement $100,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0061 01-01-2029 62.30 Water - SCADA Computer and Software Upgrade WTP $90,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0062 01-01-2029 64.80 Water - Valve Replacements (2029) $40,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0063 01-01-2029 54.60 Water - Water Rate Study $50,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-0064 01-01-2029 59.60 Water - Water System Model Update & Training $25,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-29-XXX 01-01-2029 72.80 WTP Transformer Replacement $2,500,000
CAP-30-0010 01-01-2030 48.20 Engineering - 10th St E - Upper South Side Retaining Wall Rehabilitation
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $340,000
CAP-30-0011 01-01-2030 56.30 Engineering - 3rd Avenue East/GR 15 - 14th St E to 18th St E - Phase 3
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $6,600,000
CAP-30-0012 01-01-2030 58.00 Engineering - 9th Ave East Road Rehabilitation & Servicing Replacement-
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $5,700,000
8th Street E to 6th Street E
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-30-0013 01-01-2030 70.30 Engineering - Asphalt & Concrete Replacement (2030) $700,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-30-0015 01-01-2030 45.50 Engineering - Moores Hill Road and Retaining Walls- Reconstruction $2,450,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-30-0041 01-01-2030 50.80 Wastewater - 27th St. Generator $250,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-30-0042 01-01-2030 69.30 Wastewater - Storage Tank Biosolids Cleanout (2030) $150,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-30-0043 01-01-2030 66.00 Wastewater - WWTP Instrumentation/SCADA (2030) $40,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-30-0044 01-01-2030 58.90 Water - Bulk Water Fill Station $250,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-30-0045 01-01-2030 46.00 Water - Hydrant Painting (2030) $90,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-30-0046 01-01-2030 63.40 Water - Water Treatment Plant Facility Maintenance i/c Roof $93,500
5-Year Capital Plan Summary
Total Project
Department Division Project Number Start Date Priority Score Project Name
Budget
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-30-0047 01-01-2030 59.20 Water - WTP Storage Facility $200,000
CAP-31-0008 01-01-2031 70.30 Engineering - 15th Street E - 3rd Ave E to 6th Ave E - Reconstruction
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $5,550,000
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-31-0009 01-01-2031 71.30 Engineering - Asphalt & Concrete Replacement (2031) $700,000
CAP-31-0010 01-01-2031 60.90 Engineering - Bridge Rehabilitation - 4th Avenue West over Pottawatomi
Public Works and Engineering Engineering $750,000
River
Public Works and Engineering Engineering CAP-31-0011 01-01-2031 53.80 Engineering - Traffic Signal Replacement - 8th St W & 2nd Ave W $350,000
Public Works and Engineering Waste Water CAP-31-0029 01-01-2031 35.70 Wastewater - WWTP Digester Cleanout $300,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-31-0030 01-01-2031 64.40 Water - Condition Assessment Municipal Reservoir $20,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-31-0031 01-01-2031 61.80 Water - Fire Hydrant Flow Testing (2031) $50,000
Public Works and Engineering Water CAP-31-0032 01-01-2031 62.20 Water - WTP Instrumentation Replacement (2031) $30,000
Public Works and Engineering Total $50,807,700
Grand Totals $69,476,550
11.e Report CR-26-075 from the Manager of Corporate Services Re: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations
The Manager of Corporate Services reports on an ongoing transition shifting water bottle refilling stations to outdoor public-facing locations as directed by Council. This schedule relies on capital planning and site assessments that prioritize high-traffic areas while aligning with City workplans. Existing municipal infrastructure near utility lines will be leveraged to reduce installation complexity without requiring specialized software dependencies. The report confirms no anticipated climate or environmental impacts from the project.
Staff Report CR-26-075 Details the Ongoing Shift Toward Visible, Outdoor Combo Units
The Manager of Corporate Services reports on an update regarding the transition of water bottle refilling stations to outdoor public-facing locations as directed by Council.
Update on Transition Schedule Leveraging Existing Infrastructure for Outdoor Public Water Stations
The transition schedule for outdoor public water stations is determined by capital planning and site assessments, prioritizing high-traffic areas while aligning with City workplans. Existing municipal infrastructure near utility lines will be leveraged to reduce installation complexity without requiring specialized software dependencies. The report confirms no anticipated climate or environmental impacts from the project.
Agenda item 11.e: Report CR-26-075 from the Manager of Corporate Services Re: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations
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Attachment: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations - CR-26-075.pdf
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Jason Hoffman, Manager of Corporate Services
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CR-26-075
Subject: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-075 respecting an update on the
transition to outdoor public water stations, City Council receives the report
for information purposes.
Highlights:
The City currently maintains a network of 22 water bottle refilling
and fountain stations located throughout recreational and
community facilities, parks and open spaces, and municipal and
institutional locations.
Maintaining outdoor infrastructure requires proactive seasonal
winterization for seven existing units, which necessitates 28 hours
of staff time per annual cycle.
The City is transitioning water bottle refilling and fountain stations
to visible, outdoor public-facing locations as directed by Council.
While historical allocations have been $10,000 per unit, total costs
for future installations may vary based on site-specific
infrastructure requirements, which will be managed through the
existing capital reserve to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: City Building – Enhancing urban development,
planning and place-making processes to create places and spaces that
Staff Report CR-26-075: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations
contribute to complete communities for existing residents, future residents
and tourists.
Previous Report/Authority:
Resolution S-260623-011
"THAT in consideration of the presentation provided on June 23, 2026 from
the Director of Corporate Services, Manager of Corporate Services, and
Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator respecting the 2027-2031
Multi-Year Capital Plan, City Council directs staff to bring forward a report on
July 27, 2026 respecting an update on a previous Council resolution to
transition the water bottle refilling station program to outdoor public water
bottle refilling and water fountain stations."
Background:
The water bottle refilling station program was originally established as a five-
year commitment spanning 2017 to 2021. Following an assessment of the
program’s progress in early 2023, Council identified a need to refocus the
initiative on high-traffic, public-facing areas to better serve residents and
tourists.
During the February 7, 2023, meeting, Council expressed concerns regarding
the installation of stations in locations with restricted public access, such as
administrative or support facilities. Consequently, Council mandated a
strategic shift in the program, directing staff to transition toward the
installation of outdoor, public-facing, "combo" units that feature both a water
bottle refilling station and a traditional drinking fountain.
The City currently maintains a network of 22 water bottle refilling and
fountain stations. To support the transition to the outdoor program, staff
continue to evaluate and identify optimal, high-traffic locations for these
assets.
The current inventory is distributed across the following municipal locations:
Recreational and Community Facilities: Harry Lumley Bayshore
Community Centre (3), the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation
Centre (1), Kiwanis Soccer Complex (1), and the Rail Museum (1).
Parks and Public Spaces: Harrison Park (Inn and workshop),
Kelso Beach at Nawash Park (1), Duncan McLellan Park washrooms
(2), Kinsmen Ball Park washroom (1), and the outdoor fountain at
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the Bicycle Parkette – located across from City Hall on 8th Street
East (1).
Municipal and Institutional: City Hall (3), Library (2), Tom
Thomson Art Gallery (1), Public Works administration building (1),
and the Water Treatment Plant (1).
As of June 2025, staff have continued to work toward identifying suitable
locations and final designs that meet the outdoor requirements mandated by
Council. This report provides the necessary update on this transition,
ensuring the program remains aligned with the City’s commitment to
providing accessible, public-facing water infrastructure.
Analysis:
The transition to "combo" units, which integrate both a bottle refill and a
traditional drinking fountain, remains the most effective strategy to fulfill
Council’s 2023 mandate for inclusive, public-facing water access. Unlike
indoor-only installations, these durable, weather-resistant units are
specifically designed for outdoor conditions, ensuring they can serve high-
traffic areas frequented by both residents and tourists.
The transition of the water bottle refilling station program is an ongoing
initiative. At this stage, staff have not finalized specific sites for new
installations, nor are there immediate plans for the procurement of additional
stations beyond the existing program framework. This deliberate approach
allows staff to conduct the necessary due diligence, balancing public demand
with the technical requirements for outdoor infrastructure. Identifying
optimal locations requires detailed planning regarding site-specific plumbing,
potential electrical service, and concrete pad preparation to ensure the
longevity of the assets.
While the program has historically allocated approximately $10,000 per unit
for station procurement, this figure does not capture the full cost of
implementation for advanced, outdoor tower-style stations. Total project
costs for these units, which feature a bottle filler, drinking fountain, and
potentially dog bowl options, may significantly exceed this historical
allotment due to scope along with substantial expenses associated with
necessary site servicing, such as extending water lines and ensuring proper
site preparation. Furthermore, the transition to outdoor units requires
dedicated seasonal maintenance. Currently, seven units must be removed
from their mountings and have their water lines winterized to prevent freeze
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damage. This lifecycle management introduces recurring operational needs,
as each unit requires approximately four hours of staff time to winterize,
remove, store in a heated facility, re-install, and prepare for spring
activation, totaling 28 hours of staff time per seasonal cycle. Despite these
operational requirements and the potential for higher-than-anticipated
installation costs, financial stewardship remains a priority; per Council’s
previous direction, unspent capital remains within the designated reserve to
support the multi-year implementation of these stations, ensuring that
funding is available as suitable locations are confirmed.
This approach allows for the measured deployment of units as per the
established capital planning framework, ensuring that the program is
sustainable and responsive to Council’s vision for public space enhancement.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The water bottle refilling station program is supported by established capital
reserves, ensuring a sustainable funding source for the multi-year transition.
While individual advanced tower-style combo units have an approximate
capital cost of $10,000 per unit, total project expenditures may vary
significantly depending on site-specific requirements. These total costs
include initial procurement, as well as necessary infrastructure investment
for plumbing extensions, electrical service, and site preparation. Ongoing
operational expenses, including seasonal maintenance and potential
contingencies, are managed within the department's existing budget
framework to ensure long-term financial sustainability.
Human Resources
The delivery of this program requires dedicated staff capacity to manage the
lifecycle of these outdoor assets. Currently, the transition and seasonal
maintenance program, which includes winterization, removal, climate-
controlled storage, re-installation, and spring preparation, requires 28 hours
of total staff time per annual cycle for the seven existing outdoor units. As
the program expands with new installations, staff will continue to monitor the
workload to ensure that internal capacity remains sufficient to meet these
maintenance demands without requiring additional permanent hiring or
significant reallocation of resources.
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Time and Scheduling
The transition schedule is determined by the capital planning framework and
the completion of site-specific assessments. Milestones are prioritized based
on staff capacity, capital resource availability, and the strategic goal of
enhancing public access in high-traffic areas. This project aligns with the
City's annual workplan, and timelines are adjusted as needed to
accommodate other organizational priorities, ensuring that the transition
remains responsive to Council’s directives.
Technology and Infrastructure
Existing municipal infrastructure, particularly at sites with proximity to
existing water and sewer lines, will be leveraged wherever possible to reduce
installation complexity. Future installations will continue to require
assessment of site-specific utility availability. No additional specialized
software or external platform dependencies are currently required to manage
the infrastructure of these units.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Communication and Engagement:
This report has been posted to the City’s website with the agenda in advance
of the meeting.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Director of Corporate Services
Attachments:
None.
Reviewed by:
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
Staff Report CR-26-075: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations
For more information on this report, please contact Jason Hoffman, Manager
of Corporate Services at jhoffman@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext.
1240.
Staff Report CR-26-075: Update on the Transition to Outdoor Public Water Stations
11.f Report CR-26-073 from the Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Re: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement - eScribe Public Meeting Management Software Extension
The Purchasing and Claims Coordinator requested City Council approval to extend the eScribe Public Meeting Management Software Extension contract for an additional three years.
Council Approves Non-standard Procurement Extension for Escribe Public Meeting Management Software Extension
Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Lauren Stewart requests City Council approval to extend the contract for eScribe public meeting management software by three years at a total cost of $115,858.59.
Agenda item 11.f: Report CR-26-073 from the Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Re: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement - eScribe Public Meeting Management Software Extension
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Lauren Stewart, Purchasing and Claims Coordinator
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CR-26-073
Subject: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – eScribe Public
Meeting Management Software Extension
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-073 respecting the approval of a
contract extension for the eScribe public meeting management software, City
Council:
1. Approves the purchase for $115,858.59 for a three (3) year term
with an optional renewal three (3) year term upon mutual
agreement, including the City’s non-refundable allocation of HST;
and
2. Authorizes the Director of Corporate Services to execute the
contract extension agreement.
Highlights:
eScribe provides the City's agenda and meeting management
system, supporting agenda preparation, report workflows,
livestreaming, public access to meeting records, and accessibility
features.
Renewing the existing agreement avoids disruption to Council
meeting operations and eliminates the costs and staff resources
associated with implementing a new meeting management
platform.
Staff Report CR-26-073: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – eScribe Public
Meeting Management Software Extension
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Previous Report/Authority:
N/A.
Background:
Section 3 of the Purchasing By-law 2020-022 (Purchasing By-law) outlines
exemptions to the By-law, including additional deliveries by the original
Supplier of the Goods, Services, Consulting or Construction that were not
included in the initial procurement, if a change in Supplier would cause
significant inconvenience or substantial duplication of costs for the City.
Section 34 of the Purchasing By-law requires that non-competitive purchases
greater than $100,000 must be approved by Council.
Analysis and Options:
In September 2020, Council approved a project to improve the audiovisual
technology utilized in Council Chambers. The project aimed to dramatically
improve the broadcast and recordings of Council and Committee meetings.
Included in the project was a switch in the agenda management software
that is used internally by staff and accessed externally by Council and the
public.
The technology also allowed greater flexibility when virtual meetings were
required. The new management software enabled integration with the
recorded material and provided easier access to historical video information.
Staff is recommending that Council approve renewing the contract for an
additional three (3) year term beginning September 29, 2026 and ending
September 28, 2029 with an optional renewal three (3) year term upon
mutual agreement. Selecting a three-year term aligns the next review with a
non-election year, when staff are better positioned to undertake a thorough
evaluation of the City's meeting management needs, system functionality,
and available options.
Staff Report CR-26-073: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – eScribe Public
Meeting Management Software Extension
The benefits of the software include:
Faster agenda and minute preparation;
Automated report approval workflows;
Online agendas, minutes; and livestreaming increasing public
transparency;
Centralized system for record management; and
Accessibility features such as closed captioning.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The annual cost is $36,751.34 (excluding annual increases), including service
and support fees and is funded by the operating budget.
Year 1 - $36,751.33
Year 2 - $38,588.91
Year 3 - $40,518.35
Total - $115,858.59 (including the City’s non-refundable allocation of HST)
Human Resources
No additional staffing resources are required to implement the contract
extension. Staff are experienced with the existing system, and renewal
avoids the training requirements and operational impacts associated with
transitioning to a new platform.
Time and Scheduling
The current agreement expires on September 28, 2026.
Technology and Infrastructure
The City's existing technology infrastructure is fully integrated with the
eScribe platform, including Council Chambers audiovisual equipment,
livestreaming capabilities, and the public meeting portal.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
There are no anticipated climate or environmental impacts.
Staff Report CR-26-073: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – eScribe Public
Meeting Management Software Extension
Communication and Engagement:
This report has been posted to the City’s website with the agenda in advance
of the meeting.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
City Clerk
Deputy Clerk
Attachments:
None.
Reviewed by:
Jason Hoffman, Manager of Corporate Services
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Lauren Stewart,
Purchasing and Claims Coordinator at lstewart@owensound.ca or 519-376-
4440 ext. 1242.
Staff Report CR-26-073: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – eScribe Public
Meeting Management Software Extension
11.g Report CR-26-076 from the Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Re: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement - Supply and Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
The Purchasing and Claims Coordinator recommends City Council approve non-standard procurement for one ice resurfacer from Zamboni Company Ltd. at a cost of $146,925.03 including HST to replace the existing unit scheduled for 2027 under a ten-year cycle.
Approval of Non-standard Procurement – Supply and Delivery of One (1) Ice
The Purchasing and Claims Coordinator recommends City Council approve non-standard procurement for one ice resurfacer from Zamboni Company Ltd. at a cost of $146,925.03 including HST to replace the existing unit scheduled for 2027 under a ten-year cycle.
Agenda item 11.g: Report CR-26-076 from the Purchasing and Claims Coordinator Re: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement - Supply and Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Lauren Stewart, Purchasing and Claims Coordinator
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: CR-26-076
Subject: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – Supply and
Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-076 respecting the approval of
the supply and delivery of one (1) ice resurfacer, City Council:
1. Approves the non-standard procurement for the supply and delivery
of one (1) Ice Resurfacer from Zamboni Company Ltd. for
$146,928.03, including the non-refundable allocation of HST; and
2. Authorizes the Director of Corporate Services to issue a Purchase
Order for the supply and delivery of the necessary equipment.
Highlights:
The ice resurfacer was scheduled on the current fleet replacement
schedule to be replaced in 2027 based on a 10-year replacement
cycle.
The existing ice resurfacer was placed into service in 2017 and has
5,864 running hours.
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: The recommendation contributes to core service
delivery or a corporate initiative that enables service delivery for one or more
strategic priorities.
Staff Report CR-26-076: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – Supply and
Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
Previous Report/Authority:
N/A.
Background:
Section 33 of By-law No. 2020-022 (Purchasing By-law) permits non-
standard procurement under a series of options, including the procurement
of goods, services, construction, or consulting services through a Vendor of
Record (VoR) program, where analysis supports the best value.
The City became a Local Authority Services (LAS) Canoe procurement
program member in 2022 to leverage pricing received under the competitive
procurement programs available.
Section 34 of the Purchasing By-law requires that non-competitive purchases
greater than $100,000 be approved by Council.
Analysis and Options:
Staff are recommending the purchase of one (1) ice resurfacer from Zamboni
Company Ltd. The delivery date for the equipment is estimated for August
2027, based on current market conditions and the City’s anticipated timing
for issuing a Purchase Order.
Uses
The ice resurfacer will be used at the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation
Centre (JMRRC) to maintain ice surfaces between rentals, public skating,
recreational leagues, tournaments, and special events.
The City also has a second ice resurfacer at the JMRRC that serves as a
backup unit when required.
Rationale
Zamboni Company Ltd. participates in the Sports Arena Supply program
under the cooperative buying group LAS Canoe. The City participates in the
LAS Canoe procurement program to achieve cost savings and reduce project
timelines. The program prices an automatic discount off the Manufacturer
Suggested Retail Price and allows vendors to submit a proposed price
through a collaborative approach with staff.
Staff Report CR-26-076: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – Supply and
Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
Zamboni Company Ltd. is a Canadian manufacturer headquartered in
Ontario. The proposed equipment is designed and manufactured in Canada.
The Model 526 is a direct replacement for the existing equipment.
The standardization of equipment provides benefits for operator training,
maintenance, spare parts inventory, diagnostics, and long-term fleet
management.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
This purchase is funded from the fleet and equipment reserve fund and was
scheduled for replacement in 2027 at a replacement cost of $175,000.
The cost of supplying and delivering the equipment is $146,925.03, including
the non-refundable allocation of HST.
The funding surplus of $28,000 will remain in the City’s fleet and equipment
reserve. Staff update this reserve annually with consideration given to the
current market conditions and any adjustments to the City’s fleet and
equipment reserve. The existing ice resurfacer will be posted to the GovDeals
auction site once the new units are in service.
Human Resources
The Purchasing and Claims Coordinator is responsible for preparing,
developing, coordinating, awarding, and executing all phases of bid
opportunities, including Requests for Tenders, Quotations, Proposals, and
Non-Standard Procurement. Additionally, the Purchasing and Claims
Coordinator is responsible for issuing Purchase Orders when necessary.
Relevant department heads or their delegates are responsible for preparing
scopes of work, specifications, and managing internal communication related
to procurement requirements.
The Capital Asset and Risk Management Coordinator is responsible for
posting to the GovDeals auction site.
Time and Scheduling
The delivery date for the equipment is estimated to be August 2027 based on
current market conditions and the City’s anticipated timing for issuing a
Purchase Order.
Staff Report CR-26-076: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – Supply and
Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
The recommendation supports both the City's Corporate Climate Change
Adaptation Plan and the City's Climate Mitigation Plan.
Communication and Engagement:
The Request for Proposal, issued by LAS Canoe, was posted in accordance
with the requirements of the City’s purchasing policies and procedure.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
Manager of Arena Operations
Attachments:
None.
Reviewed by:
Jason Hoffman, Manager of Corporate Services
Kate Allan, Director of Corporate Services
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
For more information on this report, please contact Lauren Stewart,
Purchasing and Claims Coordinator at lstewart@owensound.ca or 519-376
4440 ext. 1242.
Staff Report CR-26-076: Approval of Non-Standard Procurement – Supply and
Delivery of One (1) Ice Resurfacer
11.h Report OP-26-039 from the Supervisor of Environmental Services Re: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post August 31, 2026
Supervisor Heidi Jennen recommends that Council direct staff to amend agreements with Voyago for GOST operations from September 1 through December 31, while extending funding arrangements with Grey County until June 30, 2027.
Council Directs Staff to Amend Agreements for GOST Continuation Through December 31
Supervisor Heidi Jennen recommends that Council direct staff to amend agreements with Voyago for GOST operations from September 1 through December 31, 2026, while extending funding arrangements with Grey County until June 30, 2027. The proposal seeks to maintain uninterrupted service and avoid negative impacts on ridership during ongoing regional transit planning discussions that have not yet established a definitive implementation timeline.
Continuation of GOST Post August 31, 2026
The report issued by the Supervisor of Environmental Services outlines a media release and webpage updates regarding the continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit services past August 31, 2026.
Agenda item 11.h: Report OP-26-039 from the Supervisor of Environmental Services Re: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post August 31, 2026
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Staff Report
Report To: City Council
Report From: Heidi Jennen, Supervisor of Environmental Services
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Report Code: OP-26-039
Subject: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
Recommendations:
THAT in consideration of Staff Report OP-26-039 respecting the continuation
of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) after August 31, 2026, City Council
directs staff to bring forward by-laws to execute the:
1. Amending agreement for the operation of the inter-community
transportation service as outlined in the report;
2. Amending agreements with the respective property owners of the
bus stop locations as outlined in the report; and
3. Amending Funding agreement with the County of Grey as outlined
in the report.
Highlights:
Grey County has requested that GOST continue operating to avoid
service disruptions while regional transit discussions and planning
efforts continue.
Suspending GOST could negatively impact existing riders and
undermine the ridership and public confidence established over
several years of successful operation.
Any continuation of GOST will be subject to Grey County fully
funding all operating costs and the completion of any required
agreements and approvals.
Staff Report OP-26-039: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
Vision 2050 - Strategic Plan Alignment:
Strategic Plan Priority: A City that Moves – Facilitating sustainable
transportation options and creating community connectivity.
Previous Report/Authority:
CR-23-028 – Approval of Contract Extension – Operation of Inter-Community
Transportation Service
OP-24-008 – The Future of Guelph to Owen Sound Transit (GOST)
CR-25-037 - Approval of Contract Extension – Operation of Inter-Community
Transportation Service
OP-26-001 – Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) post March
31, 2026
Background:
Following Council's approval to continue operating GOST until August 31,
2026, Grey County has continued to advance its Regional Transit Study,
which is exploring opportunities for a unified regional transit network across
Grey, Bruce, Wellington, and Dufferin Counties.
As part of this work, Grey County continues to engage with the Province and
municipal partners to evaluate long-term regional transit opportunities and
determine how existing services, including GOST Transit, may be
incorporated into a future regional transportation model.
Grey County has requested that the City continue operating GOST beyond
August 31, 2026, to ensure uninterrupted service while regional transit
discussions continue. While progress continues on the Regional Transit
Study, a final decision regarding a unified regional transit network has not
yet been made, and no definitive implementation timeline has been
established.
Grey County has advised that its preferred approach would be to extend the
service until a decision is made by the participating Counties regarding a
unified regional transit network.
Staff Report OP-26-039: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
Analysis and Options:
GOST has been operating successfully for several years and provides an
important transportation link between communities in Grey and Wellington
Counties. The service supports access to employment, education, healthcare,
and other essential services for residents who may otherwise have limited
transportation options.
Suspending the service while Grey County and its municipal partners
continue to evaluate a unified regional transit network could significantly
impact existing riders and undermine the ridership and public confidence
established over time. If service were discontinued and reinstated at a later
date, substantial effort would be required to rebuild awareness and
encourage residents to return to the service.
Maintaining uninterrupted service during this transitional period is considered
the most practical approach while regional transit discussions continue. Grey
County Council has endorsed the continuation of GOST Transit until a
regional transit system is established; however, the current County Council
has formally approved funding through December 31, 2026. Funding beyond
this date will be subject to approval by the newly elected County Council in
early 2027.
It is recommended that the City enter into an amending agreement with
947465 Ontario Ltd. o/a Voyago to extend transit services from September
1, 2026, until December 31, 2026. It is recommended that the City enter
into an amending funding agreement with Grey County through to June 30,
2027, to align with the anticipated implementation timeline for a regional
transit system.
Bus stop License Amending Agreements between the City of Owen Sound
and various property owners for bus stop locations will be required to extend
the existing agreements through to June 30, 2027, in anticipation of the
implementation of a regional transit system. The Guelph Central Station stop
is covered under an agreement between Voyago and the City of Guelph,
while all remaining stops fall under agreements with the City of Owen Sound:
1. Six and Ten Mini-Mart – Former Village of Chatsworth
2. Township of Chatsworth – Williamsford Community Centre
3. Northern Credit Union Limited – Queen Street South – Durham
(Municipality of West Grey)
Staff Report OP-26-039: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
4. Township of Wellington North – Mount Forest
5. Township of Wellington North – Arthur
6. Township of Centre Wellington – Fergus and Elora
The City will also need to extend contracts with City staff required to support
GOST operations, including staff working Sundays during this period.
Resource Alignment:
Financial Resources
The GOST service will be fully funded through the County of Grey and fare
revenue.
947465 Ontario Ltd. o/a Voyago has proposed a 2% increase to the current
cost of the service. The estimated cost for Voyago services to operate GOST
from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, is $122,512 (excluding
HST).
The contractor has requested that the theoretical fuel consumption rate
identified in the original agreement be increased from 5.25 liters per revenue
hour to 10 liters per revenue hour. Based on current operating assumptions,
this change would increase the maximum monthly fuel payment by
approximately $2,500. The existing rate was established at the
commencement of the agreement and the requested increase reflects the
contractor's experience with fuel consumption and increased operating costs
over the term of the service.
For the period from September 1 to December 31, 2026, the estimated gross
operating cost of the service is $162,512 (excluding HST). This amount
includes an additional $40,000 to cover fuel and program staff expenses.
These estimated costs do not account for any fare revenue.
Human Resources
It is anticipated that approximately 8-12 hours of staff time will be required
to prepare, coordinate, and administer the necessary agreements.
The continued operation of GOST from September 1, 2026, to December 31,
2026, will require transit terminal staffing coverage consisting of Sundays at
7.5 hours each, Saturdays at 2 hours each, and statutory holidays at 7.5
hours each.
Staff Report OP-26-039: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
These hours relate to a combination of contract employee time and
additional hours for transit staff and will be fully funded by the County. In
addition, an estimated 1–4 hours per month of time for the Environmental
Services Supervisor will be required during this period, primarily for invoice
review and payment, data review, and general oversight; this timeframe
reflects a low level of operational inquiries and minimal service disruptions.
Time and Scheduling
N/A.
Technology and Infrastructure
N/A.
Climate and Environmental Impacts:
The recommendation supports both the City's Corporate Climate Change
Adaptation Plan and the City's Climate Mitigation Plan.
Public Transportation can reduce vehicle usage by consolidation, potentially
resulting in lower community greenhouse gas emissions.
Communication and Engagement:
Staff will issue a Media Release, and updates will be posted on the GOST
webpage.
Report Developed in Consultation With:
City Solicitor, Manager of Legislative Services, Voyago Vice President of
Operations, County of Grey Manager of Community Transportation
Attachments:
None.
Reviewed by:
Mason Bellamy, Manager of Public Works and Engineering
Submission approved by:
Tim Simmonds, City Manager
Staff Report OP-26-039: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
For more information on this report, please contact Heidi Jennen, Supervisor
of Environmental Services at hjennen@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext.
3223.
Staff Report OP-26-039: Continuation of Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST) Post
August 31, 2026
11.i Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board meeting held on June 24, 2026
The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board approved an additional $5,000 reserve draw.
Board Approved an Additional $5,000 Reserve Draw and Reviewed the Early-drafted 2027
The GSCA Board approved a $5,000 additional draw from reserves to cover capital expenses exceeding the 2026 budget for purchasing an IFAA drive-in shed and removing excess debris at Clendenan Dam. Staff presented a draft 2027 budget designed as a lean financial plan that accounts for upcoming changes while adhering to provincial requirements for approval by December 31, 2026.
GSCA Board Approved Renaming Administrative Rooms After Watershed Regions and Honored Water
The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board received the 2027 Draft Budget and directed Staff to prepare a final draft by July 22, 2026, while formally recognizing Water Resources Coordinator John Bittorf's forty-year tenure through remarks from leadership and members. The Board carried motions directing Staff to implement specific room names honoring regional authorities like North Grey and Sauble Valley, as well as Inglis Falls, pending a future decision for the Bug Room in honor of retiring staff member John Bittorf.
Updates on Feedback Loops, Source Protection Plans for Chesley and Durham, Turtle
Mr. Lanthier reported that the Client Service Feedback Loop is active via an embedded survey in staff email signatures and pre-consultation for Source Protection Plan amendments regarding new wells in Chesley and Durham has begun with notices sent to municipalities.
Agenda item 11.i: Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board meeting held on June 24, 2026
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Protect.
Respect.
Connect.
GREY SAUBLE CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
MINUTES
Full Authority Board of Directors
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) Board of Directors’ meeting was held in a hybrid
format of in-person at the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Administrative Office and virtually via
the meeting application, WebEx.
1. Call to Order
Chair Scott Greig called the meeting to order at 1:15 p.m., welcomed all those present in person back
to the newly renovated GSCA Administrative Centre. Thanks were extended to all those involved in
the renovation project, to Grey County for hosting the Board during construction, and to the staff for
their work and perseverance.
Member Mackey extended his thanks and congratulations to staff on the successful completion of the
project on behalf of the Board’s Building Ad-Hoc Committee and himself.
Chair Scott Greig provided a land acknowledgment.
Directors Present In-Person: Chair Scott Greig, Vice Chair Jennifer Shaw, Robert Uhrig, Tobin Day,
Alex Maxwell, Rick Winters, John Farmer, Tony Bell, Scott Mackey, Nadia Dubyk
Directors Present Virtually: Nadia Dubyk
Regrets: Caleb Hull
Staff Present: CAO, Tim Lanthier; Administrative Assistant, Valerie Coleman; Manager of Information
Services, Gloria Dangerfield; Manager of Environmental Planning, MacLean Plewes; Manager of
Finance and Human Resources Services, Alison Armstrong; Operations Manager, Morgan Barrie;
Manager of Water Engineering Services, Ian Eriksen; Water Resources Coordinator, John Bittorf
2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
The Directors were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest that may arise during the course of
the meeting. Vice Chair Shaw declared a conflict with an expense item captured within the consent
agenda.
3. Call for Additional Agenda Items
Nothing at this time.
4. Adoption of Agenda
Motion No.: Moved By: Nadia Dubyk
FA-26-060 Seconded By: Jon Farmer
THAT the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board of Directors approve the agenda of
June 24, 2026.
Carried
5. Approval of Minutes
Motion No.: Moved By: Rick Winters
FA-26-061 Seconded By: Robert Uhrig
THAT the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board of Directors approve the Full Authority
minutes of May 27, 2026.
Carried
6. Business Out of Minutes
None at this time.
7. Consent Agenda
Chair Greig pulled the receipts and expense item
Motion No.: Moved By: Tobin Day
FA-26-062 Seconded By: Scott Mackey
THAT in consideration of the Consent Agenda Items listed on the June 24, 2026, agenda, the
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board of Directors receives the following items: (i)
Environmental Planning – Section 28 Permits – May 2026; (ii) Committee Minutes – IFAA
April 30, 2026; (iii) Recent Media Articles.
Carried
Vice Chair Shaw declared a conflict of interest and refrained from voting on Motion No FA-26-
063.
Motion No.: Moved By: Rick Winters
FA-26-063 Seconded By: Jon Farmer
THAT in consideration of the Consent Agenda Items listed on the June 24, 2026, agenda, the
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Board of Directors receives the following items: (i)
Administration – Receipts & Expenses – May 2026;
Carried
8. Business Items
i. Administration
a. 2026 Expense Financial Statements
CAO Tim Lanthier spoke with regard to two budgetary items to be amended.
Mr. Lanthier spoke to the need to purchase of a drive-in shed (10x16) structure to store the IFAA golf
cart and riding lawn mower. The cost of the shed would be shared with the IFAA and GSCA equally,
making each share $4,000. Mr. Lanthier noted that this would be taken from the lands reserve which
is currently sitting at a balance of $937,000, minus funds ear-marked for the Administration Centre
renovation project.
Mr. Lanthier spoke to the increased cost in removal of debris from the Clendenan Dam for the spring
of 2026. While there is a budgeted allocation for this each year, Spring 2026 saw substantially more
debris that required more time and effort on the part of the excavator contractor to be removed. The
budget was exceeded by approximately $825. The overage would be covered by the Dam Reserve
which is currently sitting at a balance of $326,000.
It was noted that as per GSCA’s Procurement Policy, these exceedances require Board approval as
they are outside of the approved budget.
Member Farmer asked for clarification on volunteer access to the upper portion of the barn. Mr.
Lanthier responded that there is no longer any volunteer access to the upper portion of the barn.
Though it was noted that IFAA volunteers continue to have access to the lower portion of the barn.
Member Maxwell asked with regard to logs that have accumulated in the river. Chair Greig called on
Operations Manager, Morgan Barrie to respond. It was explained that some logs do travel down river
of the dam naturally, however; when staff have them cleared by the excavator, they are removed
entirely from the river wherever possible.
Member Maxwell asked who’s responsible for the removal of those logs. Manager of Water
Resources, Ian Eriksen added that from a responsibility perspective it is not GSCA’s responsibility to
remove debris logs from the river and added that it is the Town of the Blue Mountains’ choice to have
the logs removed or not.
Motion No.: Moved By: Jon Farmer
FA-26-064 Seconded By: Alex Maxwell
WHEREAS the Grey Sauble Conservation Board of Directors approved GSCA’s 2026 Capital
Budget through resolution FA-26-013;
AND WHEREAS, capital expenses have arisen in-year that are beyond this budget;
THAT the GSCA Board Directors approve an additional draw of $5,000 from reserves to
accommodate these expenses.
Carried
b. 2027 Draft Budget
CAO Lanthier noted that this draft budget is coming forward very early due to the province’s legislated
requirements to have the 2027 budget approved by December 31, 2026, the minimum required 30-
day circulation period, and in consideration of the 2026 Municipal Election.
Mr. Lanthier noted the Board had had previously approved a request brought forward by staff to
adjust the COLA calculation timeframe in order to work around the timing of the budget roll.
Mr. Lanthier reviewed some of the highlights of the draft budget and noted that the budget presented
was a lean and responsible budget that took into consideration the changes that will be coming.
Mr. Lanthier noted that he will be making arrangements to meet with member municipalities to
present and discuss the budget at councils.
Member Maxwell asked CAO Lanthier to speak to the work and relationships that GSCA has with the
Town of the Blue Mountains while presenting to council.
Member Uhrig spoke to the budget in relation to the upcoming consolidation.
Mr. Lanthier noted that all 36 Conservation Authorities are creating business as usual budgets for
2027.
Chair Greig asked with regard to the Bailey Bridge at Inglis Falls. Mr. Lanthier responded that the
bridge is primarily pedestrian; however, there exists the possibility of requiring access to the other
side with a vehicle. In winter, GSCA uses a tractor and blower to clear the bridge.
Chair Greig asked for details on the Arboretum project. Mr. Lanthier explained that the listed amount
encompassed the entirety of the project and will reestablish the trail and improve accessibility. Staff
have reached out to various groups, partners, and stakeholders and are working on creating
partnerships for the project.
Motion No.: Moved By: Jon Farmer
FA-26-065 Seconded By: Tony Bell
WHEREAS Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) Staff have prepared the 2027 Draft
Operating and Capital Budget for the Board of Directors’ consideration,
THAT the GSCA Board of Directors receive the 2027 Draft Budget,
AND THAT the GSCA Board of Directors direct Staff to bring a final draft budget to the July
22, 2026, meeting of the Board for approval to circulate to participating municipalities.
Carried
c. Staff Retirement Recognition
CAO Lanthier spoke to Water Resources Coordinator, John Bittorf’s 40-year tenure at GSCA and all
of the work and successes of his time.
“It’s not often we get to pause and recognize a career that spans forty years, but when we do, it’s
worth taking a moment to reflect not just on the length of service, but on what it has meant to both the
Team and to GSCA.
Today, we’re here to recognize our Water Resources Coordinator, John Bittorf.
John’s career with this GSCA began, quite literally, at the ground level, as a tree planter. From there,
he moved into the role of Water Resources Technician, and over time,
through his steady commitment, became our Water Resources Coordinator.
This kind of progression says a lot about John. It speaks to someone who didn’t just pass through
roles, but grew with the GSCA, and helped shape it along the way.
And when you look at John’s impact, it’s hard to overstate. John was around when the Harris cuts of
the mid-90s decimated GSCA. Over the course of his career, he has played a central role rebuilding
and significantly expanding both our water monitoring network and our flood forecasting system.
Systems that are now fundamental to how we serve our municipalities and protect our communities.
Even more impressively, and what you may not know, is that most of that work was done with very
limited resources. Like MacGyver, John has a knack for making things happen with the resources that
are available.
There’s a certain rare skill in that. And there’s also a unique mindset that values practical solutions
over perfect ones, and long-term results over short-term recognition.
Those who have worked with John know that he was never someone seeking the spotlight, though he
never shied away from opportunities to present his work and that of GSCA to various community
groups. His approach was consistent, thoughtful, and grounded in a deep understanding of the
watershed and the work.
Over time, that consistency adds up. It builds systems, it builds trust, and it has built GSCA into an
organization that is stronger because of it.
When we talk about legacy, sometimes it can feel like an abstract concept. But in John’s case, it’s not
abstract at all. You can see it in the networks he helped build, and in the work that will continue long
after he finds new projects to put his talents towards.
John, on behalf of myself, the Board and the entire organization, I want to sincerely thank you for your
dedication, your expertise, and your steady contribution over the past 40 years.
While the Team will certainly feel your absence, I suspect the network that you built will continue to
perform exactly as intended and will continue to serve our communities.
You have made a lasting difference here. To recognize the work that you have done and the impact
that you have had over the last 40-years, we would like to name the Benthic ID Lab (Bug Room) in
your honour.
Congratulations on an exceptional career, and we wish you all the very best in your well-earned
retirement. “
John provided a few remarks and thanks to the staff and Board.
Chair Greig thanked John for his work and dedication to GSCA.
Member Day congratulated John on his retirement and his long tenure with GSCA.
Member Maxwell thanked John for his work on establishing the Biver River Watershed Initiative
Committee.
Member Farmer extended his thanks for John’s work and wished him well in his retirement.
Member Dubyk extended thanks on behalf of the Lake Management Taskforce for the work and
dedication in providing knowledge and advice.
d. Room Naming
CAO, Tim Lanthier noted that in light of the newly renovated space, it seemed fitting that the Board
formally endorse room names that reflect GSCA’s watershed and history.
Mr. Lanthier made the following suggestions:
• That the Board Room be named the North Grey Room in honour of the original North Grey
Region Conservation Authority founded in 1957.
• That the Board Adjacent Room be named the Sauble Valley Room in honour of the Sauble
Valley Conservation Authority founded in 1958.
• It was noted that when the two rooms are open to each other, they will be referred to as the
Grey Sauble Room in honour of the 69 years of history.
• The upstairs meeting room be named The Inglis Room in honour of GSCA's flagship property,
Inglis Falls, on which the Administration Centre sits.
Mr. Lanthier spoke to the history and work that has been done in what has been affectionately called
“The Bug Room”. In honour of John Bittorf’s 40-years of service to GSCA, Mr. Lanthier
recommended that the Benthic ID Lab be named in honour of John.
Member Uhrig asked if there was any way to cement “Grey Sauble Conservation Authority”
somewhere in the building to preserve its legacy after the coming consolidation. Mr. Lanthier
suggested that the history, work, and name of Grey Sauble conservation Authority could be
represented and honoured through artwork that will be added to the building and in the Boardroom in
particular.
Motion No.: Moved By: Scott Mackey
FA-26-066 Seconded By: Robert Uhrig
WHEREAS the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority has recently undertaken renovations to
its Administrative Offices;
AND WHEREAS GSCA would like to formally recognize its current watershed by naming the
office meeting rooms;
THAT the GSCA Board of Directors direct Staff to implement the following room names:
1. Board Room: The North Grey Room
2. Board Adjacent Room: The Sauble Valley Room
3. Upstairs Room: The Inglis Falls Room
4. Bug Room: TBD in honour of John Bittorf
Carried
9. New Business
Nothing at this time.
10. CAO’s Report
CAO Lanthier noted that it had been a busy month, especially in consideration of the move back to
the office. It was noted that staff operations and the building were only closed to the public for three
days and commended staff for their perseverance and hard work.
Mr. Lanthier noted that GSCA’s Client Service Feedback Loop has been established with a survey
linked embedded in staff’s email signature.
Pre-consultation work has begun on planned Source Protection Plan amendments for new wells in
Chesley and Durham. Notices have been circulated to all affected municipalities and key stakeholder
groups.
The Turtle Stewardship program has begun, with volunteers installing more than 130 nest protectors.
It was noted that there are still a few spots available in GSCA’s day camp.
Mr. Lanthier participated in a tour of Maitland Valley CA watershed along with other CAOs from
Southwest Ontario.
Staff have spent significant time in preparing and submitting requested information to the Ernst and
Young group to support the provincially mandated amalgamation.
The Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency has conducted interviews for the project executive
positions. Announcements will be forthcoming. It was noted that there were no other updates with
regard to the consolidation.
There will be a second pre-transition committee meeting held on July 6th.
Staff have conducted interviews for the new Water Resources Technician. The successful candidate
will start on July 6th. This position is part of the succession plan for the Water Resources department
in light of Mr. Bittor’s retirement.
The Memorial Tree ceremony was held on June 14th. The event went well and was well attended.
Mr. Lanthier attended The Ontario Aggregate Resource Corporation (TOARC) Board meeting on
June 18th. Mr. Lanthier is appointed environmental representative from Conservation Ontario.
Member Mackey asked for more information regarding TOARC. Mr. Lanthier responded that TOARC
was established to act as a trust for holding payments and fees from aggregate contractors. Member
Mackey asked how someone would apply to access funding for rehabilitation work. Mr. Lanthier did
not know the specific application process.
Member Farmer asked with regard to open day camp spots and if staff have the time and resources
to look into partnerships with local agencies to provide subsidized spots. The Manager of
Information Services, Gloria Dangerfield noted that staff have not had the time recently to explore this
in-depth, however; they have been in contact with local schools and utilized their support services to
provide candidates.
Member Uhrig asked if there is a timeline for finishing the entry way with art and displays. Mr.
Lanthier responded that there is an open house proposed for September and that we hope for the
work to be completed in time for the open house.
Member Dubyk asked with regard to the Ernst and Young information gathering and if they are
utilizing staff’s time well and respectfully. Mr. Lanthier responded that the E&Y group is utilizing the
information to develop a preliminary transition plan, which will hopefully minimize the overall amount
of staff time needed for this work.
11. Chair’s Report
Chair Greig complimented the newly added wayfinding signage for the entrance road and parking
area.
Chair Greig extended thanks to Vice Chair Shaw on her work with the pre-transition committee and
filling in at the recent Conservation Ontario meeting.
New Vital Signs report produced by Community Foundation Grey Bruce.
Vice Chair Shaw relayed that at the recent Conservation Ontario meeting, it was noted that Ontario
has the lowest overland flooding insurance claims in the country despite being the most developed
province in Canada. Vice Chair Shaw asked if this statistic could be documented and disseminated.
Mr. Lanthier responded that this is something that CAs know well but noted that it is difficult to
articulate and calculate the value of damages that didn’t happen because it was prevented.
12. Other Business
Nothing at this time.
13. Resolution to Move into Closed Session – Nothing at this time.
14. Resolution Approving the Closed Session Minutes – Nothing at this time.
15. Next Full Authority Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026
16. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 2:43 p.m.
Scott Greig, Chair Valerie Coleman
Administrative Assistant
11.j Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library Board meeting held on March 26, 2026
The Owen Sound and North Grey Union Public Library Board approved minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting while receiving audit correspondence and a thank you card regarding patron savings of $383,422 in that month alone. CEO Tim Nicholls Harrison reported membership growth to 11,961 members with circulation reaching 29,022 materials as the current service agreement with Meaford Public Library is set for expiration at the end of 2026 and a five-year review scheduled for fall 2026. The board also approved reports detailing new Switch video game collections rated E for Everyone available for one-week loans alongside a casual drop-in gaming programme for children and teens held Monday evenings from 5–7pm.
Board Approved February Minutes, Received Audit Correspondence, Reported $383,422 Patron Savings, Noted
The Owen Sound and North Grey Union Public Library Board approved minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting and received correspondence regarding an MNP audit planning letter and a thank you card. CEO Tim Nicholls Harrison reported that library membership increased to 11,961 members in early 2026 while circulation reached 29,022 materials with savings of $383,422 for patrons during February alone. The board noted the current service agreement with Meaford Public Library expires at the end of 2026 and will undergo a five-year review in fall 2026 to update funding formulas based on membership ratios from 2022 through 2026.
Board Approved Reports Detailing New Switch Game Collections for Family Borrowing
The library arranged a professional development workshop on supportive communication and de-escalation skills for workers in the region, scheduled to begin June 15th. Staff introduced new Switch video games rated E for Everyone available for one-week loans alongside a casual drop-in gaming program for children and teens held Monday evenings from 5–7pm.
Agenda item 11.j: Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library Board meeting held on March 26, 2026
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Attachment: 2026-03-26 - OSNGUPL Board Minutes.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53356
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library Board
Minutes
March 26, 2026 6:00 p.m.
Library Auditorium
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Richard Thomas, Chair (City of Owen Sound)
Rosemary Buchanan, Vice-Chair (Township of Georgian Bluffs)
David Adair (City of Owen Sound)
Tobin Day, (Township of Georgian Bluffs, Councillor)
Deborah Eaton (City of Owen Sound)
Frank Emptage (Meaford Public Library)
Marion Koepke (City of Owen Sound, Councillor)
Janet Walker (City of Owen Sound)
MEMBERS ABSENT/REGRETS:
Elizabeth Thompson (Township of Chatsworth, Councillor)
STAFF PRESENT:
Tim Nicholls Harrison, CEO
Nadia Danyluk, Deputy Chief Librarian
Lindsey Harris, Administrative & Facilities Manager
GUESTS PRESENT:
None
COMMENCEMENT: 6:02 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Richard Thomas, Chair, at 6:02 p.m.
2. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
None
3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF
None
4. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
10-26 Moved by Marion Koepke THAT the minutes of the February 5, 2026
meeting of the Library Board be approved as presented.
Carried.
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5. DEPUTATIONS/QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
None
6. CORRESPONDENCE
Harris reported that there were two items of correspondence circulated in the
package.
6.1. MNP Audit Planning Letter
6.2. Thank You Card: Thank you card was received from the McLeish family for
exceptional library service.
7. REPORTS AND MATTERS TABLED
7.1 Board Chair’s Report
No report.
7.2. CEO’s Report
“Upon the shelves of our libraries,
the world's greatest teachers await our questions”
- Louis L’Amour.
7.2.1. Library Service Index and February at a Glance: Please see the
attached performance report and infographic.
7.2.2. Key Statistics: Library membership increased to 11,961, approximately
1.8 % more than at the same time last year. In February, we had 14,553 library
visits and circulated 29,022 materials. Patrons used an additional 1,939 materials
within the library during the month. There were 4,832 uses of technology. Our
online outreach totaled 61,728. The library provided information assistance 2,241
times. During the month 719 patrons participated in 33 programs at the library.
7.2.3. Savings to Patrons: The value of the physical materials that our library
members borrow on a visit is shared, now, on their receipt which is printed at the
main circulation desk. During the month of February, our library members as a
community saved a total of $383,422 by borrowing from the library. The total for
2026 is $807,127.
7.2.4. Staff Anniversaries: We extend congratulations to the following staff
members on their work anniversaries. We thank them for their time, effort, skills
and talents!
Jodi Burton-Scheifley ALC 5 years
7.2.5. Grey County Library System: At the Grey County Council meeting on
January 28th, Deputy CAO Niall Lobley presented a report examining local library
services. It recommended that “no further exploration of County wide library
services be considered at this time”. The report is online at https://pub-
grey.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=8880.
The Owen Sound Sun Times wrote the following news article,
https://www.owensoundsuntimes.com/news/local-news/grey-county-wide-library-
system-put-back-on-the-shelf
7.2.6. Service Agreement with Meaford Public Library: The current agreement
expires at the end of 2026. The terms of the current Library Services Agreement
may be extended for a minimum of two additional years, provided that the Union
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Public Library Board receives a request for extension from the Meaford Public
Library Board, on or before September 30, 2026.
7.2.7. Union Library Agreement – 5 Year Review: The terms of the Union
Library Agreement have a five-year review for the fall of 2026. This review is an
opportunity for members of the three municipal councils and the Library Board to
meet and review the past five years of library service and update the funding
formula. The current Union Library Agreement is not under negotiation.
Amendments to the funding table in the Union Library Agreement will be made to
reflect the average of the ratio of memberships for each group to the total
memberships in the UNION LIBRARY for the five years (2022-2026) as of August
31st of each year. The amended table will be used for the last five years of the
agreement.
7.2.8. Carnegie Refresh: We will be replacing the carpet in Carnegie this fall.
Library staff are working with City of Owen Sound staff and we are hosting a site
visit on April 20th for flooring vendors interested in the project. Recognizing that the
Carnegie Library is a designated heritage building, we will ensure that the work is
approved by the Heritage Committee.
7.2.9. Text Messaging Now Available: Text message notifications for holds, due
soon, overdue and bills are now available. You can opt-in by visiting us in person or
online, https://osngupl.ca/communication-preferences/.
7.2.10. Repair Café at the Library: In March, we celebrate the second
anniversary of the Repair Café. This program would not be possible without the
wonderful partnership with the Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Team. On the second
Saturday of each month from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, skilled volunteers will help fix your
broken items for free, from clothing to household items.
7.2.11. Incident Summary - 2025: A total of 22 incident reports were filed, and
11 new trespass notices were issued. The occurrences seem to come in clusters.
Drug-related activity, including the presence of drug paraphernalia, suspected
substance use and the discovery of sharps, was the most common type of incident.
These occurrences were reported throughout the year, with higher concentration in
February, May, June, July and October. No incident reports were completed in
March, April, September and December.
Library washrooms downstairs were the primary area of concern, with frequent
findings of drug paraphernalia, smoking and vandalism. The library grounds were
the second most common location, where sharps and drug paraphernalia were also
regularly discovered.
Several incidents involved patrons requiring medical attention, including
unconscious and injured individuals. Library staff provided first aid response and/or
called for medical assistance. Incidents involving aggressive behavior from patrons
and unauthorized access from banned patrons occurred periodically throughout the
year. Many of these incidents appeared to be linked to mental health challenges
and/or substance use.
Recurring issues, particularly those related to substance use, indicate the need for
attention to increased monitoring of the washrooms and level 1.
7.2.12. Professional Development – Safer Spaces: On March 25th, some staff
will be participating in the Ontario Library Association’s Safer Spaces Symposium
which focusses on library washrooms. The session is virtual.
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7.2.13. Professional Development – De-Escalation Skills: We have arranged
to have Rebecca Higgins, Mental Health Educator present a workshop on Supportive
Communication and De-Escalation Skills for Library Workers. We have opened this
June 15th professional development activity to other library workers in Grey-Bruce.
Thanks to Nadia for organizing this day.
7.2.14. March Community Art Exhibit - Nancy Cornforth: Nancy is a
passionate artist dedicated to sharing the joy of creativity while pushing her own
artistic boundaries. Through her work, classes, and community engagement, she
not only brings beauty to the world, but also inspires others to embrace their own
creative potential.
7.2.15. Videogames are Here: The Library now has a collection of Switch games
for our community to borrow. These games are rated E for Everyone and are
suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Videogames are loaned for 1 week. Check
out Switch it Up, the Library’s casual drop-in gaming program for children and
teens, taking place on Monday evenings from 5–7pm.
7.2.16. March Break Programs: Youth Services staff had a busy March Break
filled with activities and programs, https://osngupl.ca/wp-
content/uploads/2026/02/2026-March-Break-Programs-Flyer.pdf. Checkout our
Facebook and Instagram feeds to see related photos. We were pleased that the Sun
Times focussed on the creativity and STEM work that is happening at the library,
https://www.owensoundsuntimes.com/news/local-news/march-break-workshop-
turns-kids-into-media-creators
7.2.17. Seedy Saturday - March 28th: Everyone is invited to attend Seedy
Saturday and discover local producers, plant enthusiasts, garden specialists,
community groups and so much more. This free event is from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.
We thank Cvitka Marun, Information Specialist, for her facilitating the day’s
activities, https://owensound.libcal.com/event/3980181
7.2.18. Gardener in Residence: We are pleased to partner with the Grey County
Master Gardeners again this year. The Gardener in Residence program features
local gardening gurus providing information and expertise. The session in March will
focus on starting seeds. https://www.owensoundsuntimes.com/news/local-
news/the-library-announces-gardener-in-residence-program
7.2.19. Puzzles Now Available in our Online Resources: Did you know that
Press Reader now offers puzzles to keep your brain busy on your computer or
smart device? Try one free with your Library card! Find Press Reader on our website
under our e-resources, https://osngupl.ca/browse-borrow/online-resources/
7.2.20. Libby Reads Starts March 26th: Borrow Meet the Neighbors by Brandon
Keim on the @Libby.App with no waitlists or holds! In this wide-ranging, wonder-
filled exploration of animals’ inner lives, Keim takes us into courtrooms and wildlife
hospitals, under backyard decks and into deserts, to meet anew the wild creatures
who populate our communities and the philosophers, rogue pest controllers,
ecologists, wildlife doctors, and others who are reimagining our relationships to
them.
7.2.21. Library Newsletter and Upcoming Programs: Check out the many
programs, services and resources featured in our current newsletter,
https://www.osngupl.ca/news- programs/library-news/. For a comprehensive
schedule and information about upcoming programs, please visit
https://owensound.libcal.com/calendar.
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7.2.22. Final Comments:
“We know that our library is more than just books. We would like to extend our
sincere thanks for providing such a welcoming, safe, inclusive space right in the
heart of our community. We recognize that over the years, library work has
changed and we greatly appreciate how you always professionally deliver your
programs and services with integrity, empathy, patience and respect. Thank you for
all that you do! – A-M.M. and D.M.
I love sharing praise from our library patrons. Library staff work hard to provide
exemplary customer services to our public as we try to meet their information,
education, employment and entertainment needs. Check out what we have planned
for the Spring!
Additional items:
None
11-26 Moved by Marion Koepke THAT the Library Board approve the CEO’s
Report as presented. Carried.
7.3 Financial Committee Report
7.3.1 Statements and Accounts:
12-26 Moved by Marion Koepke THAT the Library’s and Adult Learning
Centre’s Financial Statements to February 28, 2026 be received as
information. Carried.
7.4 Personnel Committee Report
No report.
7.5 Property/Building Committee Report
No report.
7.6 Library Foundation Committee Report
No report.
7.7 Policies and Bylaws Committee Report
No report.
7.8 Ontario Library Service Board Assembly Report
No report.
7.9 Poet Laureate/Words Aloud Committee Report
No report.
8 OTHER BUSINESS
None
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9 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
None
10 RESOLUTION TO MOVE TO CLOSED SESSION – STRUCK
11 DECLARATION TO MOVE TO THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING - STRUCK
12 NEXT MEETING: The next Regular Board meeting to be held Thursday
April 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Auditorium.
13 ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was declared adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
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11.k Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Owen Sound Police Service Board meeting held on May 27, 2026
At a meeting held on May 27, 2026, the Owen Sound Police Service Board reviewed financial projections indicating an anticipated budget overrun of $20,000 to $30,000 and facility maintenance delays regarding exterior brick deterioration. Deputy Chief Bishop reported that cladding waterproofing is not scheduled for completion in 2026 while persistent community safety concerns involving visible substance use have led business owners to lock doors during operating hours in the River District. The board emphasized that policing alone cannot address rising service calls, resource limitations, and social disorder issues like loitering which requires Council action alongside a ban on BYOB at municipal gatherings approved by Chief Ambrose. Operational metrics for April 2026 showed a 12.5% increase in custody transports and a 7.9% rise in video appearances accompanied by reduced Special Constable hours worked compared to the previous year. Recruitment efforts yielded approximately 80 candidate meetings at an Emergency Services Career Expo while internal posting advanced ten candidates for Court positions and five others interviewed for Data Clerk roles.
Board Reviews Minutes, Financial Projections Showing $20,000–$30,000 Over Budget, Facility Maintenance Delays
At a meeting held on May 27, 2026, the Owen Sound Police Service Board reviewed minutes from their April session and received reports regarding financial projections showing an anticipated budget overrun of $20,000 to $30,000. Deputy Chief Bishop detailed facility maintenance issues including outstanding exterior brick deterioration requiring waterproofing and cladding that is not scheduled for completion in 2026. The board also discussed persistent community safety concerns in the River District involving visible substance use and disorderly behaviour which have led business owners to lock doors during operating hours.
Board Requests Council Action on River District Loitering, Bans BYOB
The board emphasized that policing alone cannot address rising service calls, resource limitations, and social disorder issues like loitering in the River District. Chief Ambrose reported a ban on BYOB at municipal gatherings and approved Platinum Taxi's license application under transportation bylaw requirements. The OSPSB also authorized Chief Ambrose to attend an international conference and hosted the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Ontario.
Resident Warns of Tipping Point in Downtown Safety Due to Unchecked Crisis
A concerned resident urges City Council to address growing public frustration regarding downtown safety issues caused by homelessness, addiction, and mental health crises before vigilante actions escalate.
Records Services Show Increased Activity with Higher Warrant Executions Compared
The report details a significant increase in bulk record check searches and executed warrants for the Owen Sound Police Service during April 2026.
April 2026 Operational Metrics Show Increased Custody Transports and Video Appearances Alongside
The Owen Sound Police Service Board received reports detailing a 12.5% increase in custody transports and a 7.9% rise in video appearances, alongside a reduction in Special Constable hours worked for April 2026 compared to the previous year. The Emergency Communications Centre noted that NG911 certifications are on track for early June completion while IT staff completed programming changes for address ownership transfers between West Grey and Hanover.
Recruitment Efforts at the Toronto Expo Yielded 80 Candidate Meetings Alongside Symposium
The Service attended an Emergency Services Career Expo in Toronto to meet approximately 80 candidates, positioning its booth near Peel Region as a cottage country option. A Constable Selection System Symposium held on April 28 and 29 addressed recruitment challenges across testing, screening, advertising, legal matters, and wellness topics. Recruitment progress included internal posting for a full-time Court position where ten candidates completed first-round interviews and five advanced to second round, while five others interviewed for part-time Data Clerk roles.
Chief Craig Ambrose Reports on Diverse Police Activities While By-law No. 2024-026
Chief Craig Ambrose submitted a report detailing various police activities including executive discussions (.5 hours), regional meetings with Grey Bruce Police Leaders (3 hours), dispatch operations (8 hours), hiring interviews (5 hours), court management conferences in London (1 day and 1 day), stakeholder partnerships with the City of Owen Sound (2 hours), community strategy steering committees (1.5 hours), retirement celebrations (3 hours), research project follow-ups (1 hour), provincial and municipal leadership gatherings at Queens Park (7 hours), poverty task force work (1 hour), hospital partnership meetings (1 hour), first responder events (1 hour), small and mid-sized chiefs meetings (2 days), a blue line expo (1 day), county court security discussions (1 hour), and officer supervision webinars (2 hours). The document also presents By-law No. 2024-026 titled the Nuisance By-law, which was passed on March 11, 2024, to safeguard community quality, protect public safety and health, ensure property enjoyment for residents and visitors, apply broadly across all City properties with specific exceptions for government entities and utilities, include standard legal interpretations regarding headings and gender, reference ambulatory applicable laws, and maintain severability of provisions.
Prohibitions Against Loitering, Defecation, and Other Nuisance Activities
The by-law defines specific prohibited acts in public places, including loitering without clear purpose and engaging in disorderly conduct like spitting or urinating.
Officers May Require Identification Details Including Full Name Date
The by-law grants officers authority to enter land for inspections requiring document production and information gathering under Section 436 of the Municipal Act.
No Disciplinary Measures Imposed; Report Published Within 30 Days
The report confirms that no disciplinary measures requiring a report were imposed during the period under review. Deputy Chief D. Bishop recommends publishing this specific section of the record to the Service's website within 30 days in compliance with Section 9(4) of Regulation 90/24.
Citations of Fitness Award Program Links
The minutes record citations for the Ontario Police Fitness PIN Award Program and related research on officer safety.
Agenda item 11.k: Minutes of Boards and Committees for Receipt Re: Owen Sound Police Service Board meeting held on May 27, 2026
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Attachment: 2026-05-27 - OSPS Board Minutes.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53337
Owen Sound Police Service Board
2nd Floor Board Room
Wednesday May 27, 2026
PUBLIC SESSION MINUTES
Members Present: J. Thomson (Chair), M. Koepke (Vice Chair), C. Merton,
M. Dickson, B. O’Leary
Management Present: Chief C. Ambrose, Deputy Chief D. Bishop, Inspector C.
Matheson
Absent with Regrets: Inspector T. Doherty
Minutes: K. Wardell
1. Call to Order
Chair Thomson called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.
2. Land Acknowledgment
Chair Thomson gave the land acknowledgment.
3. Approval of the Agenda
Member Merton through the Chair added 16 i) Taxi and Accessibility
Moved by M. Dickson, seconded by B. O’Leary.
“That the agenda dated May 27, 2026 with the addition of 16 i) Taxi and Accessibility
.” CARRIED.
4. Declaration of Conflict of Interest arising out of the Minutes and Matters Listed
on the Agenda. HEARING NONE
5. Presentations, Deputations, and Public question period.
There were no presentations or deputations or public questions.
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6. Confirmation of the Minutes of the Public Session held April 22, 2026.
Moved by B. O’Leary, seconded by M. Dickson.
“That the minutes dated April 22, 2026 be approved.” CARRIED
7. Business arising out of the Public Session Minutes of April 22, 2026. HEARING
NONE
8. Correspondence received
a) Safety for our community
9. Chairman’s Report
Chair Thomson attended a zoom meeting of the OAPSB board on April 30, 2026. It
was their first meeting being known officially as PGO (Police Governance of Ontario).
Highlights of that meeting included:
• OAPSB received an unqualified audit or clean audit report from our auditors.
• Assets up $154,000 from 2024
• Liabilities are up slightly by $41,000
• Revenues up $207,000
• Expenses up $77,400
• The Transfer Payment Agreement has been received from the Solicitor General’s
office. This agreement will be used to develop training courses and materials for
police boards both municipal and O.P.P. and First Nation’s boards across
Ontario over the next three years.
• An MOU is being developed among the PGO, PAO and OACP for the annual
employment conference in February 2027.
• The new PGO website is up and running and is much improved over our
previous website. Members will need to register on the new website.
Unfortunately, the old passwords will not automatically work in the new site. If
you want to use the same email and password, you may.
Chair Thomson reported that Chief Ambrose and Deputy Chief Bishop were awarded the
Member of Order of Merit of Police Forces and received their appointment letters back on
November 15, 2024. On May 14, 2026 a formal investiture ceremony was held at Rideau
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Hall where Mike Duheme the Commissionaire of the RCMP and the Honourable Mary
Simon the Governor General of Canada presented the medals to Chief Ambrose and
Deputy Chief Bishop, after which they attended a luncheon at Rideau Hall held in their
honor.
The chair offered his congratulations to both and on the work, they had done to be
recognized by this coveted award.
10. Governance
Chair Thomson reported that on April 23, 2026 Ontario’s Inspector General of Policing,
Ryan Teschner announced the appointment of the Honourable William Hourigan as the
external inspector for the province-wide inspection on police integrity and anti-corruption
practices.
First announced in February 2026, as a result of Project South, the province wide
inspection will examine the adequacy and effectiveness of police services, including the
Ontario Provincial Police, and police service boards. The inspections will focus on
system-level practices for preventing, detecting, responding to, and fortifying their
organizations against corruption, but not on individual conduct.
11. Operational Reports
a) Criminal Investigations Branch and Drug Enforcement/Criminal Intelligence
Unit (CIB), Community Oriented Response & Enforcement Unit (CORE) and
Bail Compliance and Warrant Apprehension Unit (BCWA)
b) Auxiliary Unit Report
c) Front Line Patrol and Collision Statistics
d) Community Services Office
e) Training
12. Administrative Reports
a) Records, Courts and Bylaw
b) OSECC and IT
c) Human Resources
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d) Lost Hours
13. Building and Facility Update
Deputy Chief Bishop reported several facility maintenance and capital items remain under
review. Exterior brick deterioration requiring waterproofing and cladding remains
outstanding and is not scheduled for completion in 2026. Water leaks identified in the
previous reporting period were addressed by City staff and have not reoccurred.
Cleaning services continue to meet expectations, and the addition of on-site facilities staff
has improved routine maintenance and repair response times. HVAC balancing and
recalibration were completed in May, along with the replacement of damaged ceiling tiles
and interior painting in select areas of the building.
Several projects remain outstanding, including modifications to the front lobby washroom
access controls, elevator security measures, and the main floor staff washroom
renovation. The washroom access project is awaiting scheduling by a locksmith, while no
start date has been provided for the staff washroom renovation.
Parking lot drainage issues reoccurred during heavy spring rainfall and will require further
review. Accessibility (AODA) compliance requirements remain a long-term consideration
and will need to be addressed through a future facility assessment, with no capital funding
currently allocated.
14. Financial Update from the Chief of Police
Chief Ambrose reported that he reviewed the financials with J. Hawk- Financial
Coordinator and K. Allan-Director of Corporate Services. The budget is currently
projected to be $20,000–$30,000 over budget; however, there are contingencies built into
the budget.
15. Operating Reports from the Chief of Police
a) Chief’s Activity Reports
16. Other Items and New Business
a) Review of Nuisance By-law No. 2024-026
Chair Thomson reported that this matter had previously been included on the Board’s
April 2025 agenda, at which time the Board reviewed the applicable bylaw and
confirmed its intent to:
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a. safeguard the quality of City communities and neighbourhoods,
b. protect the safety, health, and well-being of the public; and
c. ensure the continued enjoyment of public and private property for residents,
visitors, and property owners in the City.
There were also discussions around shoppers feeling unsafe downtown and business
owners were having to lock their doors during business hours to control those entering
their place of business. These issues, continue to persist. He also referenced that some
financial institutions in the River District have reduced public access to their ABMs
outside of normal banking hours, and in some cases have implemented controlled entry
to the branch during business hours.
Chief Ambrose reported that the community is concerned, noting that the service
receives daily calls related to visible substance use and disorderly behaviour resulting in
increased calls for service in the River District.
Chair Thomson also referenced a motion arising from the Board’s April 2025 meeting
requesting that City Council convene a meeting with the River District Board, the
Chamber of Commerce, downtown business owners, the Owen Sound Police Service,
local provincial and federal prosecutors, and the area’s Member of Provincial Parliament
(MPP) to discuss current downtown conditions.
He further noted that, following that meeting, the Neighbourhood Response Team
(NRT) was implemented, funded by Health Canada and administered by the County;
however, this initiative is no longer active.
The Board discussed ongoing service delivery challenges. Chief Ambrose provided
information regarding a bylaw model from Cobourg for consideration and whether
similar provisions could be adopted locally. He was to share this bylaw with the city.
The Board reviewed correspondence and broader community feedback indicating that
residents, businesses, and visitors continue to feel unsafe in the downtown area, with
concerns being further amplified through social media.
Members and Chief Ambrose emphasized that policing alone is not sufficient to address
the issues, citing increasing calls for service, resource limitations, and the need for
enhanced bylaw enforcement and greater collaboration among the City, County, police
service, and community agencies.
Further discussion was held. Coming out of those discussions the board made the
following motion.
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Moved by M. Dickson, seconded by B. O’Leary
“That in an effort to ensure the continued enjoyment of public and private
property for residents, visitor and property owners in the city. The Owen Sound
Police Service Board requests the City of Owen Sound Council to take action on
concerns raised by the River District, Police Service Board, Council and
Municipal residents regarding loitering and other social disorder matters taking
place in the City of Owen Sound particularly in the River District.” CARRIED
b) Outside Alcohol (BYOB) at Municipal Gatherings
Chief Ambrose reported that he had spoken with the City, and BYOB will not be
permitted at municipal gatherings.
c) International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference
Chair Thomson noted that OSPSB Policy 009 regarding the chief attending conferences
only applied to national conferences and asked for a motion to approve the Chief’s
attendance at this international conference.
Moved by M. Koepke, and seconded by B. O’Leary.
“That the OSPSB approves Chief Ambrose to attend the International
Association of Chiefs of Police Conference.” CARRIED
a) Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
Chief Ambrose reported that The Owen Sound Police Service will host the annual Law
Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) in support of Special Olympics Ontario on June 10,
2026. The event will involve participation from OSPS members, local Special Olympics
athletes, and partner police services from Saugeen Shores, Hanover, West Grey, and
the Ontario Provincial Police.
b) CSPA Aggregate Disciplinary Report
Deputy Chief Bishop reported on the CSPA Aggregate Disciplinary Report, which will be
added to the board website.
c) Zone 5 Meeting – October 8, 2026
Moved by M. Koepke and seconded by M. Dickson.
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“That the OSPSB approve hosting the Zone 5 Meeting on October 8, 2026 at the
Sydenham Campus.” CARRIED
d) Taxi Broker Licence Application - Platinum Taxi
Chair Thomson report that this report is to advise the board that under the requirements
of the Owen Sound Transportation Bylaw, Chief Ambrose has approved a taxi license
for Platinum Taxi.
e) Ontario Police Fitness Award (OPFA) Incentives
Chief Ambrose reported that The OPFA Fitness Pin Program is a provincial initiative
promoting ongoing physical fitness among police officers and civilian members.
Research supports the benefits of regular fitness, including improved wellness, reduced
absenteeism, and enhanced operational performance.
In February 2026, OSPS trained an internal staff member as a certified OPFA
appraiser, enabling in-house administration of the Fitness Pin test up to four times per
year. Participation at OSPS has historically been low; however, the program supports
organizational priorities related to member wellness, recruitment, retention, and
sustainability. Additional incentives to encourage participation are under consideration.
f) Taxi and Accessibility
Member Merton added to the agenda accessibility and taxi services. Chief Ambrose
advised that K. Fluney- Director of Civilian Services conducts AODA reviews with
service providers on a biannual basis. It was noted that taxi services can accommodate
foldable wheelchairs and walkers; however, individuals must be able to transfer into the
vehicle independently.
17. Motion to move into Closed and Confidential Closed Session
Moved by M. Dickson and seconded Brian O’Leary.
“That the board move into closed session and upon termination of the closed session
the board move into confidential closed session. These meetings are to review and
discuss matters that fall under Section 44 item (2) of the Community Safety and Police
Act and Section 25 item b) of the OSPSB General Policy 003- Board Governance to
consider:
a. Educational or training sessions.
b. A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any
negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the board;
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c. personal matters about an identifiable individual, including members of the
police service or any other employees of the board;
d. labour relations or employee negotiations;” CARRIED
18. Reporting out of Closed Session
In accordance with Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 and
Section 25 item b) of the OSPSB General Policy 003- Board Governance to consider:
the Owen Sound Police Service Board met in a closed session following the public
meeting to discuss items pertaining to:
a. Approval of minutes of the Closed Session of the Owen Sound Police Service
Board meeting held on April 22, 2026; and
b. Matters regarding Board Training
No decisions were made during the meeting and no direction was provided
The Chair confirmed that no other matters were discussed.
19. Reporting out of Confidential Closed Session
In accordance with Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 and
Section 25 item b) of the OSPSB General Policy 003- Board Governance to consider:
the Owen Sound Police Service Board met in a confidential closed session following the
closed meeting to discuss items pertaining to:
a. Approval of minutes of the Closed Session of the Owen Sound Police Service
Board meeting held on April 22, 2026; and
b. Matters related to Staffing and labour relations
c. Matters related to SIU investigations
No decisions were made during the meeting and no direction was provided
20. Termination of the Public Meeting
Having completed all of the business items listed on the agenda Chair Thomson
terminated the open meeting at 12:45 p.m.
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From:
Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 4:32:42 PM
To: Council@owensound.ca <Council@owensound.ca>; Ambrose, Craig
<cambrose@owensoundpolice.com>; tsimmonds@owensound.ca
<tsimmonds@owensound.ca>; bbloomfield@owensound.ca
<bbloomfield@owensound.ca>; cmerton@sympatico.ca <cmerton@sympatico.ca>
Subject: Safety for our community
I’m sending a letter to all who should be concerned about our community. I’m just a
grandma who’s lived here her whole life and now has grandkids and I’m afraid for their
future and I’m afraid for their safety.
Dear carol Merton
I am writing as an angry and frustrated citizen who is tired of watching our community
fall apart while hardworking residents are expected to simply accept it.
The homelessness, drug use, violence, harassment, and aggressive behavior
happening downtown have gone far beyond what citizens should be forced to tolerate.
People are scared to walk downtown. Businesses are struggling. Families avoid areas
they used to enjoy. Seniors feel unsafe. Working people who pay taxes and contribute
to this city feel abandoned.
Many of us are done being told to just “have compassion” while our own safety and
quality of life continue to disappear. At some point, the rights of law-abiding citizens
need to matter too.
We are tired of public drug use, loitering, screaming, intimidation, theft, vandalism, and
being verbally abused while trying to shop, work, or simply walk through our own
downtown. Residents should not have to feel afraid in the city they worked hard to build.
People are angry because it feels like there are endless excuses and very few real
solutions. Citizens want to know:
* What is being done to restore safety downtown?
* What consequences are there for repeat offenders?
* What is being done about open drug use and violence?
* How will businesses and residents be protected?
* When will citizens finally feel heard instead of ignored?
Compassion without accountability is not working. Residents are reaching their limit,
and many feel that leadership has failed to act strongly enough while the situation
continues to worsen.
We deserve safe streets, safe businesses, and safe public spaces. We deserve to feel
proud of our city again instead of anxious and angry every time we go downtown.
I hope you take these concerns seriously because many citizens are no longer willing to
stay silent.
I had a great conversation with Carol and I wanted to give you another letter on what is
happening in the community and what is being said and what I’m really afraid may take
place
To the Members of City Council,Owen sound police , safe and sound .
I am writing because I truly love this city and the community we built here. That is
exactly why this situation is becoming so painful and alarming for so many residents.
When the homelessness, addiction, and mental health crisis first became more visible in
our downtown, many of us responded with compassion. We understood people were
struggling. We supported helping those in need and believed solutions would come.
But over time, compassion has turned into frustration, and frustration is now turning into
anger.
Every time I sit down for lunch, have coffee with friends, or speak with other residents,
co workers , the conversation is the same. People no longer feel safe downtown.
Business owners are exhausted. Families avoid certain areas. Seniors feel intimidated.
Many residents feel like their concerns are dismissed the moment they speak up.
What worries me most is the growing tone of the conversations happening in this
community. People are talking about protecting themselves because they feel
abandoned and unheard. I am hearing comments about carrying bats, pellet guns, and
taking matters into their own hands because they no longer believe anyone else will
protect them.
That should terrify all of us.
I do not want to see anger boil over into violence or vigilantism. I do not want to see
residents and vulnerable people put into even more dangerous situations because this
crisis has been allowed to escalate unchecked. But I honestly believe we are
approaching a tipping point if meaningful action is not taken soon.
This is not about hatred toward homeless individuals or people struggling with addiction
or mental illness. This is about balance. Compassion cannot come at the complete
expense of public safety, order, and the wellbeing of the citizens who live and work here
every day.
People need help, but residents also deserve to feel safe in their own community.
I am asking Council to recognize the seriousness of what is happening before emotions
in this city reach a point that cannot easily be undone. We need stronger enforcement,
visible action downtown, support for businesses and residents, and real long-term
solutions that protect both vulnerable individuals and the public as a whole.
Please do not ignore how deeply frustrated and concerned your citizens have become.
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS BRANCH
BAIL COMPLIANCE AND WARRANT APPREHENSION UNIT (BCWA)
COMMUNITY ORIENTED RESPONSE AND ENFORCEMENT UNIT (CORE)
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27th, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The contributions of the Criminal Investigations Branch contribute to the positive outcomes within the
following Strategic Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
☐ Sustainability
REPORT:
Human Trafficking Presentation – Members of the Criminal Investigations Branch presented on human
trafficking aboard the Chi-Cheemaun to the crew members ahead of the 2026 sailing season. The
presentation enables staff to recognize signs that indicate passengers may be victims of human
trafficking. Detectives were also consulted to review and provide feedback on the newly created online
human trafficking training, implemented by the Owen Sound Transportation Company, that is
mandatory for all staff of the Chi-Cheemaun and Pelee Island Ferries to complete.
Court Requirements – Members of CIB spent a considerable amount of time at court for ongoing trials
and Crown and victim prep meetings in relation to criminal matters that are before the courts.
Judicial Authorizations: Members of CIB completed 4 Production Orders/Search Warrants to obtain
valuable evidence pertaining to several investigations, including Frauds, and Drug Trafficking
Investigations.
Drug Unit- Members of CIB delivered a drug and firearm related presentation to members of Bruce Grey
Child and Family Services. The aim of the presentation was to educate members to identity any potential
risk or hazards that they may encounter during the scope of their duties in the community.
MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM
Officer Referrals/ Consultations = 5
Follow-ups: 6
Community Support Consultations/Referrals = 0
Incident Response/Support = 25
Proactive foot patrol: 5
DRUG OVERDOSE INFORMATION
To date, Owen Sound has had (0) deaths from suspected drug overdoses.
Missing Persons
There are currently no outstanding missing people.
BAIL COMPLIANCE AND WARRANT APPREHENSION UNIT (B.C.W.A.)
FOOT PATROL (Hours) 4
CRIMINAL CHARGES 2
WARRANT ARRESTS 16
ARREST - FAIL TO ATTEND FOR PRINTS 3
COMPLIANCE CHECKS 5
S.O.R. COMPLIANCE CHECKS 2
During the reporting period, B.C.W.A. investigated an assault that resulted in serious injuries
requiring surgery. The investigation into this matter is continuing.
B.C.W.A. executed warrants involving parties wanted on multi-jurisdictional theft charges. The
accused are believed to be involved in an organized crime-related theft ring. At this time, the
accused remain in custody pending further court proceedings.
In addition to investigative responsibilities, B.C.W.A. continued to participate in regular
collaboration and information-sharing meetings with community partners. Weekly meetings
were attended with Ontario Probation and Parole, Correctional Services Canada – Parole Office,
and the HRRT Committee to support coordinated offender management and community safety
initiatives.
COMMUNITY ORIENTED RESPONSE AND ENFORCEMENT UNIT (C.O.R.E)
FOOT PATROL (Hours) 57
CRIMINAL/CDSA CHARGES 6
PROVINCIAL OFFENCES/ WARNINGS 0
The C.O.R.E. unit led two station tours; one for students of Keppel Sarawak School and another for Girl
Guides of Canada. The tours provide insight and an overview of police operations, equipment, and
community safety initiatives.
The C.O.R.E. unit continued mobile and foot patrols throughout April 2026, focusing on proactive
community engagement, enforcement, and support for vulnerable individuals. Members conducted
regular monitoring and well-being checks for those accessing local shelter services, as well as individuals
sheltering in encampments and other locations across the city.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Craig Matheson, Inspector
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Auxiliary Unit- April 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The Auxiliary Unit contributes to positive outcomes within the following Strategic Priorities, set by the
Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
☐ Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
In April 2026, the Auxiliary Unit actively supported the Uniform Branch through ride-alongs, contributing
a total of 168 volunteer hours.
The Auxiliary Unit is currently supporting the Uniform Branch with the Immediate Rapid Deployment
(I.R.D.) portion of the annual block training schedule. A total of 17.5 hours has been volunteered by the
unit in to assist with this training in April. The training will continue into May 2026 with several
additional volunteer hours expected.
On April 21, 2026 three members of the auxiliary unit participated in traffic control training along side
our newest recruit PC Ernest. This training involved a practical traffic control exercise at one of the city’s
intersections.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Craig Matheson, Inspector
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: FRONT LINE PATROL REPORT AND COLLISIONS- APR 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The activities of Front-Line officers contribute to the positive outcomes within the following Strategic
Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
☐ Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
The following report highlights key metrics from OSPS Front Line Patrol and Collision Statistics for April
2026.
Platoon #1-4 Part Time Officers
April 2026 April 2025 April 2026 April 2025
Highway Traffic Act: 88 110 10 20
Recorded Cautions: 61 55 19 11
Criminal Code/ CDSA: 130 162 0 3
Warrants Executed: 36 41 7 3
Liquor Licence and
10 4 0 0
Control Act:
Foot Patrol Hours: 97.5 101.5 15 10
Court Security Hours: 0 0 225 0
Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE):
• 12 R.I.D.E. checks conducted
• 24 officers
• 11.5 total hours
• 263 drivers checked
• 22 roadside breath tests administered
• 1 Highway Traffic Act charge
Impaired/ Over 80 mgs Charges
• There was a total of three impaired drivers charged, and one seven-day licence suspension
issued during the month of April 2026.
Collision Statistics:
APR 2026 MAR 2026 APR 2025
Total Collisions: 39 51 46
Collisions - East side 11 24 26
Collisions - West side 8 10 3
Collisions - parking lots 20 17 17
Fail to Remain Collisions 11 13 10
Collisions referred to CRC: 19 27 26
Collisions investigated by OSPS: 20 24 20
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Craig Matheson, Inspector
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Community Service Officer
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The [contents of this report] contributes to the positive outcomes within the following Strategic
Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
☐ Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Nil
The following report highlights key engagements of the Community Services Officer in April, 2026
Traditional Corporate and Social Media for OSPS (Community Outreach
Education/Celebrations/Awareness/Media Releases)
OPP Officer Killed on Duty, Frauds and Scams, Bike Patrol, #WeAreHiring, Traffic
Enforcement, #AnswerTheCall, Easter RIDE, Cuts to Copper Wires, #DidYouKnow,
School Zones, Arrest on Walking Trail, #NPSTW2026, National Volunteer Week,
#TheNighShift, Happy Easter, Stop for Buses.
34 Posts in April
Community Engagement & Local/Provincial Committee Work
CSWBP Crime Prevention Action Table- Regional
Wheel & Ride meeting- Partners- Kiwanis, Optimist, River District- Local
COYO Provincial Committee mtg- Post conference mtg. Provincial member
Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership- External/Regional
LEAPPS (Law Enforcement Agencies & Partners to Protect Seniors)- External/Provincial
Youth in Policing Initiative-External/Provincial meeting
CPYN National Meeting (Canadian Police Youth Network)
Alpha Street Community Partners Monthly- Local
Bayfield Planning Meeting- Summer safety program- Local
Y Settlement Services- Consultation on issues with newcomers- Local
Community & School Presentations/Training
Presentation to Active Healthy Lifestyles- Elder abuse & common frauds
Presentation to Lee Manor Day Away Program- Phone scams and door to door canvasing.
VTRA student meeting-Notre Dame
PD Day presentation to BGCDSB staff- mostly school Administration and teachers.
Station tour- Kepple Sarawak School
Station tour & education on street safety- Owen Sound Embers Group
Special Olympics Torch Run presentation to OSDSS- host site for the 2026 Torch Run
Changing over Coop program- meetings with both local high schools regarding 2026/2027 year.
Workshops/Conferences attended
• Provincial CPN Communicators workshop- London
(Pic L-R Students tour of the stati on & presentati on to the Active Healty Lifestyle group)
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Jason Cranny
Community Service Officer #569
Owen Sound Police Service
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Training Report – April 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
A continued emphasis on training for all members contributes to the positive outcomes within the
following Strategic Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
☐ Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
Our Members
Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
The following report highlights Training for Owen Sound Police Service members during April 2026.
In April, 2026 the service’s newest Constable completed her four-week post Ontario Police College
training program and she is now working on the road with her coach officer.
Spring block training began in late April with all officers training and requalifying with their service
firearm as well as the carbine rifle. Day two of the training is dedicated to Immediate Rapid Deployment
response with both officers and communicators participating. The block training is scheduled to
continue until the middle of May.
SUBMITTED BY:
Craig Matheson, Inspector
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Records, Courts, and Bylaw Report – April 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
Records, Court Services, and Bylaw contribute to the positive outcomes within the following Strategic
Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
Records – April 2026
Same Month 2026 2025
This Month Previous Month Previous Year Year-to-Date Year-to-Date YTD
APRIL 2026 March 2026 % Change April 2025 Jan.1-Apr.30, 2026 Jan.1-Apr.30, 2025 % Change
Records Services
Bulk Record Check Searches 8,537 7,721 10.6% 6,840 29,107 27,269 6.7%
Executed Warrants 56 48 16.7% 69 204 210 -2.9%
Persons Charged 62 49 26.5% 79 235 263 -10.6%
In April compared to March 2026:
• There was a 10.6 % increase in bulk record check searches.
• There was a 16.7 % increase in executed warrants.
• There was a 26.5 % increase in person charged.
Year-to-date changes April 2026 compared to April 2025:
• There was a 6.7 % increase in bulk record check searches.
• There was a 2.9 % reduction in executed warrants.
• There was a 10.6 % reduction in persons charged.
Courts – April 2026
Same Month 2026 2025
This Month Previous Month Previous Year Year-to-Date Year-to-Date YTD
APRIL 2026 March 2026 % Change April 2025 Jan.1-Apr.30, 2026 Jan.1-Apr.30, 2025 % Change
Court Services
Total Custodies Transported 90 80 12.5% 95 324 336 -3.6%
OPP 45 39 15.4% 38 148 153 -3.3%
OSPS 45 41 9.8% 57 176 183 -3.8%
Video/Appearances 41 38 7.9% 35 153 129 18.6%
Special Constable Hours 1307 1,464 -10.8% 1,717 5,308 5,877 -9.7%
In April compared to March 2026:
• There was a 12.5% increase in custody transports.
• There was a 7.9 % increase in in video appearances.
• There was a 10.8 % reduction in Special Constable hours worked.
Year-to-date changes April 2026 compared to April 2025:
• There was a 3.6 % reduction in in custody transports.
• There was a 18.6 % increase in video appearances.
• There was a 9.7 % reduction in Special Constable hours worked.
OSPS Total Persons in Custody Transported, Per Month
Number of Persons Transported
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
80 74 80 90 80 79
26-OSPS 25-OSPS 24-OSPS 26-OPP
Special Constable Hours providing Court Security, Per Month
Number of Hours
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
1410 1128 1464 1307 1,418 1,268
2026 2025 2024 2025 Avg 2024 Avg
Owen Sound Police Service provides an armed officer at both the Ontario/Superior Court of Justice
Courthouse and the Provincial Offences Court while courts are in session.
This requirement resulted in seven-armed officers being scheduled each week throughout April, totaling
approximately 225 hours of armed court-security coverage. These hours are in addition to the 1,307 hours
worked by Special Constables during the same month.
Bylaw – April 2026
Nothing to report for the month.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Providing court security and transporting persons in custody comes with inherent risk, while the
efficient and accurate processing of judicial documentation is foundational to community safety.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Krista Fluney, Director, Civilian Services
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre (OSECC) –
April 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The OSECC and the supporting IT infrastructure contributes to the positive outcomes within the
following Strategic Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
9-1-1 Calls – April 2026:
With the transition to NG911 on November 25, 2025, the previous source of monthly 911 data—Bell Flex
reports—is no longer populated or applicable. The OSECC team is currently working with NG911 vendors
to develop enhanced reporting using the expanded data available. Analysis of key performance metrics
from these new reports is underway.
Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Events – April 2026:
Same Month 2026 2025
Source: OPTIC's OnCallAnalytics This Month Previous Month Previous Year Year-to-Date Year-to-Date YTD
APRIL 2026 March 2026 % Change April 2025 Jan.1-Apr.30, 2026 Jan.1-Apr.30, 2025 % Change
All CAD Events in OSECC (Number) 5,053 5,100 -0.9% 5,831 20,154 22,495 -10.4%
All Police (inc. OSPS)* 4,752 4,571 4.0% 5,235 18,000 19,482 -7.6%
All Fire 226 293 -22.9% 485 1,300 2,013 -35.4%
Grey County Transport 75 236 -68.2% 112 854 1,000 -14.6%
OSPS 1,629 1,597 2.0% 1,560 6,104 5,822 4.8%
All CAD Events in OSECC (Avg Daily Rate) 168.4 164.5 2.4% 194.4 168.0 187.5 -10.4%
All Police (inc. OSPS)* 158.4 147.5 7.4% 174.5 150.0 162.4 -7.6%
All Fire 7.5 9.5 -21.1% 16.2 10.8 16.8 -35.7%
Grey County Transport 2.5 7.6 -67.1% 3.7 7.1 8.3 -14.5%
OSPS 54.3 51.5 5.4% 52.0 50.9 48.5 4.9%
Calls dispatched through CAD originate from multiple sources, including the non-emergency phone line,
walk-ins, officer generated events, and 911 calls. In April, the OSECC dispatched 5053 calls, averaging
168 calls per day (Fig.1). Year-to-date, the OSECC’s overall dispatch volume is down 10%.
Of the total dispatched calls in April, 1629 or 32% were dispatched specifically for the Owen Sound Police
Service (Fig.2). OSPS call volume in April was an average of 54.3 calls/day, representing a 5% increase
compared to March’s average of 51.5 calls/day. Year-to-date, OSPS dispatch call volume has risen 5%
compared to the same period last year. Of the six police services dispatched by the OSECC, Owen Sound
Police Service is the only one experiencing an increase in year-to-date call volume in 2026 so far.
Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure – April 2026:
OSPS IT completed a number of NG911 certifications for our call hosted partners. At the time of writing
(May 2026), IT has completed 4 of 7 with the 5th-7th each scheduled a week apart. Based on this
progress, the call hosted partner NG911 certifications are on track to be tentatively completed by early
June, almost a full year ahead of requirements. The NG911 call hosted certifications have required
substantial time from 1 IT Technician and the IT Director (approximately 240 hours per month).
Additionally, IT has been busy completing the remaining IT tasks and installations at the new West Grey
Police Service (WGPS) station.
The OACP initiated a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) committee to focus on AI technology, procedures,
policy, risk and security. OSPS will be participating with the IT Director as a committee member. The
inaugural AI committee meeting was held in April.
Lastly, substantial programming was completed to accommodate change of address ownership from the
municipality of West Grey to Hanover.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Risk management and contingency planning are integral to the day-to-day operations of a Public Safety
Answering Point (PSAP). While the OSECC continues to grow and evolve, OSPS strives to maintain a
balance of staffing that best aligns with workload demands, member wellness, emergency response
standards, and contracted client expectations.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Suzanne Bell-Matheson, Director, Corporate Services
Chris Hill, Director, Information Technology
Marg Gloade, Strategic Analyst
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: HUMAN RESOURCES – APRIL 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The Human Resources Unit contributes to the positive outcomes within the following Strategic Priorities,
set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
☐ Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
Our Members
☐ Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
OSL Update
We are continuing to work with the City on the format for the payroll export. The City has had significant
issues with the Pearl system and has requested that we revert to a simpler file format to transfer. This will
limit some of the functionality and will require us to continue with some manual processing of the payroll.
The majority of the payroll file will still be able to be electronically uploaded.
OSL has provided the templates to upload the training courses. Initially we will just upload courses taken
but once the system is live the training unit will have the ability to send people on courses in the system
and the scheduler will handle it accordingly.
Recruitment:
• The Service attended the Emergency Services Career Expo in Toronto and met about 80
candidates. We positioned the booth next to Peel Region, presenting our Service as the cottage
country option.
• The Constable Selection System Symposium took place on April 28, 29. All services are struggling
with recruitment and topics covered testing, screening, backgrounds, advertising, legal and
wellness.
• The new position of full time Police Constable at the Courts was posted internally.
• 10 candidates completed first-round interviews for the Recruit Constable position.
• 5 candidates completed second round interviews for the Recruit Constable position.
• 5 candidates interviewed for part time Data Clerk.
Staffing:
The following staffing changes occurred during this reporting period:
New Hires:
• None this month
Transfers/Promotions:
• None this month
Resignations/Retirements:
• Shannon Taylor, PT Communicator
• Sadie Mustard, PT Data Clerk
Financial/Risk Implications:
Personnel salaries and benefits represent more than 90% of the Service’s operating budget. As people are
the foundation of the organization, effective human resource management is essential. Ongoing attention
to training, health and safety, staff wellness, and adequate staffing levels mitigates organizational risk and
supports operational readiness.
ATTACHMENT(S):
None
SUBMITTED BY:
Wendy Pratt, Human Resources Manager
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: LOST HOURS – APRIL 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The management of lost hours due to sick time and WSIB claims contributes to the positive outcomes
within the following Strategic Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
☐ Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
Our Members
☐ Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
The following report highlights key metrics from OSPS full time members for April 2026, including lost
hours due to leave from sick time, short term disability (STD), and Workplace Safety and Insurance
Board (WSIB).
Lost Hours:
SICK/STD WSIB
Total Number Number Total Number
Number of Total Total
of Shifts of of Shifts
Month/Year Fulltime Number of Number of
(complete Fulltime (complete and
Members Hours Hours
and partial) Members partial)
April 2026 12 44 418 (26%) 2 35 257.5
March 2026 11 33 330.5 2 28 245
YTD 2026 31 134 1,365.5 (78%) 3 122 670.5
YTD 2025 26 80 766 2 172 688
• There was a 26% increase in lost hours due to member sick leave in April compared to March
2026.
• There was a 78% increase in YTD lost hours due to member sick leave in 2026 compared to 2025,
much of this is attributed to two longer term sick leaves.
• While the number of shifts attributed to WSIB in April are high, the total hours are reasonably low
because a member was participating in a modified return to work.
WSIB Update:
The one short term WSIB case involving a full-time member was resolved in April with the member
returning to full duties.
There is an ongoing WSIB case involving a full-time member pending final resolution however the
member is not receiving top-up amount or benefits.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
The loss of scheduled work hours is a potential financial risk and is monitored to ensure a balance with
members’ physical and mental wellbeing. Financial resources are required to provide ongoing member
training, which is an essential to updating qualifications, knowledge, and ultimately organizational risk
mitigation.
ATTACHMENT(S):
None
SUBMITTED BY:
Wendy Pratt, Human Resources Manager
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Building and Health and Safety Monthly Update Report
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27th, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
The [contents of this report] contributes to the positive outcomes within the following Strategic
Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
☐ Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
Our Members
Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Information
REPORT:
Below is a list of facility related matters and updates scheduled for 2026:
Brickwork
Facilities are aware of the deteriorating brick on the exterior building walls that will require the
installation of a waterproof membrane and metal cladding to prevent moisture and further
deterioration. This remains outstanding and is not scheduled for 2026. This will remain on the
updates in order to maintain awareness.
Water Leaks- The two water leaks identified in last months report were addressed by City staff.
There was no update received on the cause or solution, however the leaks have not recurred to
date so we presume they have been resolved.
Cleaning Services
The current provider continues to do an excellent job and the contract remains outstanding.
Routine Maintenance and Repairs- Having a facilities team member on-site at least two days per
week to support ongoing maintenance and repairs has resulted in a big improvement.
Elevator - The elevator still needs to be locked out manually in the evening to prevent after hours
access to the upstairs.
Front Lobby Washroom – the door lock is to be changed to keyed access so members of the
public will need to request access from front desk personnel. This will ensure the washroom
remains locked when not in use and staff are aware when a member of the public is inside, with
a spare key at the front desk for emergency access. This matter was brought forward in March
and City Facilities staff indicate this is awaiting scheduling by a locksmith. Still waiting for
completion.
AODA Compliance – Long term will need to be included in a facility assessment and needs review.
There is no planned Capital expenditure to meet these needs.
HVAC- Work has been completed to replace all damaged ceiling tiles. HVAC balancing and
recalibration occurred over several days in May with an outside contractor, and it is hoped this
will assist with temperature imbalances and condensation leaks during the spring/summer
cooling season.
Interior Paint- Painting of portions of the main floor hallways and some office spaces was
completed over approximately a week in early May.
Parking Lot Storm Drains
This winter one of the parking lot water drains was plugged causing flooding in the parking lot.
Public works attended and vacuumed out the blockage. Facilities will request routine
maintenance of the water drains to prevent this from reoccurring. During the heavy rains this
Spring there was a repeat issue and this will be examined further in the Spring.
Main Floor Staff Washroom Renovation
A contractor has been secured, and the renovations are expected to take place this spring, 2026.
No updates or information about a start date provided, and no updates as of the date of this
report.
SUBMITTED BY:
Deputy Chief D. Bishop
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICES BOARD
SUBJECT: Chiefs Activity Report – April 2026
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Services Board
DATE: May 15 2026
• Days Off/Annual Leave – 4 days
• Zone 5 Executive Discussions – .5 hours
• Grey Bruce Police Leaders Meeting – 3 hours
• Dispatch Meetings – 8 hours
• Hiring Interviews – 5 hours
• Provincial Offences Act Court Management Conference, London – 1 day
• Ontario Court of Justice Court Management Conference, London – 1 day
• Meetings with City of Owen Sound – 2 hours
• Community Drug and Alcohol Strategy Steering Committee – 1.5 hours
• OSPA Retirement Celebration – 3 hours
• Community Safety and Wellbeing Meeting Follow Up on Charleton Research Project – 1 hour
• OACP Meeting with Premier Ford SOLGEN Kerzner Attorney General Downey at Queens Park, Toronto –
7 hours
• Grey Bruce Poverty Task Force – 1 hour
• Grey Bruce Hospital Stakeholder Partnership Meeting – 1 hour
• First Responders Coffee at Owen Sound Legion – 1 hour
• Small & Mid Sized Chiefs Meetings – 2 days
• OACP Blue Line Expo – 1 day
• Grey County Court Security Meeting – 1 hour
• Webinar Understanding and Supervising Proactive High Achieving Officers – 2 hours
SUBMITTED BY:
Craig Ambrose, Chief of Police
By-law No. 2024-026 Nuisance By-law
Table of Contents
Part I. Part I. Short Title, Purpose and Scope ................................................3
Short Title ......................................................................................... 3
Purpose............................................................................................. 3
Scope ............................................................................................... 3
Part II. Interpretation .................................................................................. 3
Headings ........................................................................................... 3
Gender and Number ........................................................................... 3
References to Applicable Law ............................................................... 3
Severability ....................................................................................... 3
Definitions ......................................................................................... 3
Part III. Prohibitions and Permits ..................................................................4
Prohibitions........................................................................................ 4
Permits ............................................................................................. 5
Part IV. Investigations .................................................................................7
Inspection ......................................................................................... 7
Order to discontinue activity ................................................................ 7
Work Order ....................................................................................... 7
Notice ............................................................................................... 8
Remedial action ................................................................................. 8
Part V. Offence and Penalty..........................................................................8
Part VI. Repeal and Effective Date.................................................................9
Repeal .............................................................................................. 9
Effective Date .................................................................................... 9
Consolidated Version
Last revised on March 12, 2024
Description of
Revision History: Passed On:
amendment
2024-026 (original) March 11, 2024 -
Consolidated for Convenience Only
This is a consolidation copy of a City of Owen Sound By-law for convenience and
information. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this by-law, it
is not an official version or a legal document. The original by-law should be
consulted for all interpretations and applications on this subject. For more
information or to view by-laws please contact the Clerks Department.
The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound
By-law No. 2024-026
A By-law to prohibit and regulate public nuisances
WHEREAS section 8 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended
(“the Municipal Act”), provides that powers of a municipality under this or any
other Act shall be interpreted broadly so as to confer broad authority on
municipalities to enable them to govern their affairs as they consider
appropriate, and to enhance their ability to respond to municipal issues; and
WHEREAS subsection 11(1) of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may
provide any service or thing that the municipality considers necessary or
desirable for the public; and
WHEREAS section 11(2) of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may
pass by-laws respecting the economic, social and environmental well-being of
the municipality; health, safety and well-being of persons; protection of persons
and property; structures, including fences and signs; and
WHEREAS section 23.1 of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may
delegate its powers and duties under that Act; and
WHEREAS for the purposes of subsection 23.2(4) of the Municipal Act it is the
opinion of Council that the powers delegated pursuant to this By-law are of a
minor nature; and
WHEREAS section 128 of the Municipal Act provides that, without limiting
sections 9 and 11, a local municipality may prohibit and regulate with respect to
public nuisances, including matters that, in the opinion of Council, are or could
become or cause public nuisances; and
WHEREAS section 425 of the Municipal Act provides that any person who
contravenes any by-law of the municipality is guilty of an offence; and
WHEREAS section 444 of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may
make an order requiring a person who contravened a by-law or who caused or
permitted the contravention or the owner or occupier of the land on which the
contravention occurred to discontinue the contravening activity; and
WHEREAS, Council deems it appropriate to prohibit or regulate matters that are,
or could become or cause public nuisances; and
Definition public nuisances obstructs the public in the exercise or enjoyment of
any right that is common to all
WHEREAS on February 26, 2024, the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Owen Sound (the “City”) passed Resolution No. R-240226-014 directing staff to
bring forward the subject by-law for approval and to repeal By-law No. 1999-
178, in consideration of staff report CR-24-008 presented to the Corporate
Services Committee on February 8, 2024;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF OWEN
SOUND HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
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Part I. Part I. Short Title, Purpose and Scope
Short Title
1. The by-law may be referred to as the “Nuisance By-law” and when so
referenced includes all future amendments, unless otherwise specified.
Purpose
2. This by-law has been enacted to:
a. safeguard the quality of City communities and neighbourhoods;
b. protect the safety, health and well-being of the public; and
c. ensure the continued enjoyment of public and private property for
residents, visitors and property owners in the City.
Scope
3. This by-law applies to all residents and visitors to the City; and to all public
and private property in the City save and except:
a. the City;
b. the County of Grey;
c. the Province of Ontario;
d. the Dominion of Canada; or
e. any Public Utility in the performance of its duties.
Part II. Interpretation
Headings
4. The division of this by-law into parts and the insertion of headings are for
convenient reference only and do not affect the interpretation of the by-
law.
Gender and Number
5. In this by-law, unless the contrary intention is indicated, words used in the
singular include the plural and words imparting a gender include all
genders, where applicable.
References to Applicable Law
6. All references to applicable law are ambulatory and apply as amended,
extended or re-enacted from time to time.
Severability
7. In the event any provisions of this by-law are deemed invalid or void, in
whole or in part, by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining
terms and provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Definitions
8. For the purposes of this by-law:
“Bicycle” means a bicycle as defined under the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O.
1990, c. H.8;
“City” means The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound or the
geographical location as the context requires;
“Defecate” means to expel feces from a body;
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“Graffiti” means one or more letters, symbols, figures, images, etchings,
scratches, inscriptions, stains or other markings howsoever made or
affixed to a property that disfigure, deface or otherwise mark the property;
“Officer” means a person appointed by Council as a Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer, or a Police Officer, or other individual duly appointed
to enforce this by-law;
“Person” means an individual, corporation, partnership, association or
other legal entity, and the related heirs, executors, assignees and
administrators;
“Public place” means:
a. a place outdoors to which the public is ordinarily invited or permitted
access and, for greater certainty, shall include highways, sidewalks,
streets, any portion of a road allowance, parking lots, swimming
pools, conservation areas, parks and playgrounds;
b. school grounds;
c. land, premises, or buildings owned, managed or maintained by the
municipality;
d. yards appurtenant to a building or dwelling or vacant lands but does
not include a building or dwelling; and
e. privately owned land which is visible from any public or private
property.
“Public utility” means a company that provides a public service such as
water, sewer, electricity, internet or telephone services;
“Reasonable excuse” means:
a. the contravention of this by-law must be inevitable, unavoidable and
afford no reason or opportunity for an alternative course of action
that does not contravene this by-law;
b. where the contravention of this by-law is the consequence of illness,
the person did not contemplate, or acting reasonably ought not to
have contemplated, that the person’s actions would likely cause the
illness or give rise to the contravention of this by-law; or
c. being exempt from the provisions of this by-law pursuant to any
other City by-law or policy or provincial legislation or regulations as
may be established and amended from time to time;
“Sidewalk” means that portion of a street or highway that lies between the
roadway and the lateral property lines of the street or highway, and which
may be paved, surfaced, or levelled, and is intended to be used as a
pedestrian walkway;
“Spit” means to eject phlegm, saliva, chewing tobacco juice, or any other
substance from the mouth;
“Urinate” means to discharge or pass urine from the body; and
“Vomit” means to discharge the contents of the stomach by mouth.
Part III. Prohibitions and Permits
Prohibitions
9. No person shall:
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a. without reasonable excuse, engage in outdoor public urination,
defecation, spitting or vomiting;
b. emit, cause or permit to be emitted, an excessive amount of smoke,
dust or airborne particulate matter in a public place, except where
permitted to do so by the City;
c. emit, cause or permit to be emitted, an odour that, in the opinion of
an Officer, is objectionable, in a public place, except where permitted
to do so by the City;
d. solicit or sell or attempt to solicit or sell any items, including but not
limited to funds, in any public place unless authorized to do so by the
City;
e. block, interfere with or otherwise impede the passage of any
pedestrian on any City sidewalk or other City pedestrian-way, or
portion thereof, unless authorized by the City;
f. ride a bicycle on a sidewalk or other City pedestrian way or portion
thereof;
g. knock over or attempt to knock over a Canada Post mailbox,
newspaper box, bench, fence, blue box or garbage container, or any
other structure or object located on any public place;
h. loiter in any public place; Defintion of loitering: A loiterer is someone
who lingers in a public place without a clear purpose or reason, often
standing around or moving slowly. They are essentially people who are
hanging around idly, lacking a specific destination or activity.
i. participate in a fight in any public place;
j. mark or apply graffiti on any public place or private property without
authorization from the owner of the property to which the graffiti is
being applied;
k. leave, throw or deposit any refuse or litter on any public or private
property without authorization from the owner;
l. be in or on any public place which the City has closed or deemed not
to be used by the public for any reason;
m. enter into any City work area or approach any meeting table of
Council or any Committee or local board without the express
permission of the City;
n. engage in any type of conduct or activity in any public place when
the activity is prohibited or restricted by an authorized sign;
o. engage in any type of disorderly conduct in any public place;
p. damage or destroy or attempt to damage or destroy any public
property;
q. continue to engage in any type of activity prohibited by this by-law
when requested to stop by an Officer or occupier of the property; or
r. obstruct, hinder or otherwise interfere with an Officer while the
Officer is carrying out an investigation, making inquiries, or
performing an inspection for the purpose of enforcing this by-law.
Permits
10. Notwithstanding any other section of this by-law, any person may apply to
the City Clerk, in writing, for a permit to engage in activity that would
otherwise be deemed a public nuisance.
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11. The City Clerk may consider a permit application or forward the application
to Council to make the final decision on whether to grant or refuse the
application and any conditions that may accompany the permit.
12. A permit application must be provided to the City Clerk at least forty-five
(45) days prior to the date that the activity will begin, and the application
must include:
a. the name and address of the applicant;
b. a description of the proposed activity;
c. the location at which the proposed activity will take place;
d. the period of time for which a permit is sought;
e. reason(s) why the permit should be granted; and
f. the applicable fee, pursuant to the City’s Fees and Charges By-law.
13. Upon receiving a permit application, the City Clerk will notify any
neighbours within a 60 m area of:
a. the proposed activity;
b. the ability to provide comments on whether a permit should be
granted; and
c. the date that comments are due to the City.
14. In considering an application for a permit, the City Clerk or Council will
have regard to the following:
a. the description of the proposed activity;
b. public comments relating to the proposed activity;
c. the location of where the proposed activity will take place;
d. the period of time for which the permit is being sought;
e. the reasons why the applicant thinks the permit should be granted;
and
f. any applicable City by-laws or policies.
15. After considering the merits of a permit application, the City Clerk or
Council may:
a. issue a permit;
b. issue a permit, subject to certain terms or conditions; or
c. refuse to issue a permit.
16. Where a permit is issued, the permit will specify any terms or conditions of
the permit and the period of time during which the permit is effective.
17. A permit may be immediately revoked by the City Clerk if an applicant, or
any person acting on the applicant’s behalf:
a. provided false or misleading information on the permit application
submitted to the City;
b. violates this by-law;
c. violates any other City by-law or policy; or
d. violates any of the terms or conditions of a permit.
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Part IV. Investigations
Inspection
18. An officer may enter on land at any reasonable time for the purpose of
carrying out an inspection to determine whether or not the following are
being complied with:
a. this by-law; or
b. an order made under section 431 of the Municipal Act.
19. For the purposes of conducting an inspection pursuant to s. 18 of this by-
law, the officer may, in accordance with the provisions of s. 436 of the
Municipal Act:
a. require the production for inspection of documents or things relevant
to the inspection;
b. inspect and remove documents or things relevant to the inspection
for the purpose of making copies or extracts;
c. require information from any person concerning a matter related to
the inspection; and
d. along with or in conjunction with a person possessing special or
expert knowledge, make examinations or take tests, samples or
photographs necessary for the purpose of the inspection.
20. Every person who is required by an Officer to provide identification must
identify themselves to the Officer by giving their full and correct name,
date of birth and address.
Order to discontinue activity
21. Where an Officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a contravention of
this by-law has occurred, the Officer may make an order requiring the
person who contravened this by-law, or who caused or permitted the
contravention, or the owner or occupier of the land on which the
contravention occurred, to discontinue the contravening activity.
22. An order under section 21 of this by-law must set out:
a. reasonable particulars of the contravention adequate to identify the
contravention and the location of the land in which the contravention
occurred; and
b. the date by which there must be compliance with the order.
23. Any person who contravenes an order under section 21 of this by-law is
guilty of an offence.
Work Order
24. Where an Officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a contravention of
this by-law has occurred, the Officer may make an order requiring the
person who contravened this by-law, or who caused or permitted the
contravention, or the owner or occupier of the land on which the
contravention occurred, to do work to correct the contravention.
25. An order under section 24 of this by-law must set out:
a. reasonable particulars of the contravention adequate to identify the
contravention and the location of the land in which the contravention
occurred;
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b. the work to be done; and
c. the date by which the work must be done.
26. An order under section 24 of this by-law may require work to be done even
though the facts which constitute the contravention of this by-law were
present before this by-law came into force.
27. Any person who contravenes an order under section 24 of this by-law is
guilty of an offence.
Notice
28. Any order issued pursuant to this by-law may be given in writing in any of
the following ways and is effective:
a. on the date on which a copy is delivered to the person to whom it is
addressed;
b. on the fifth day after a copy is sent by mail to the person’s last
known address;
c. upon the sending of a copy by e-mail transmission to the person’s
last known email address; or
d. posting on the premises, on the date of posting.
29. For the purpose of section 28, a person’s last known address and last
known email address are deemed to include information on the last revised
assessment roll and on a permit application submitted pursuant to this by-
law.
Remedial action
30. If a person fails to do a matter or thing, including comply with an order
under by-law, as directed or required by this by-law, the City may, in
default of it being done by the person directed or required to do it, do the
matter or thing at the person's expense. The City may recover the costs of
doing a matter or thing from the person directed or required to do it by
action or by adding the costs to the tax roll and collecting them in the
same manner as municipal taxes.
31. The costs outlined in section 30 of this by-law shall include interest
calculated at a rate of 15 per cent (15%) per annum, calculated for the
period commencing on the day the City incurs the costs and ending on the
day the costs, including the interest, are paid in full.
32. The amount of the costs, including interest, constitutes a lien on the land
upon the registration in the proper land registry office of a notice of lien.
The lien is in respect of all costs that are payable at the time the notice is
registered plus interest accrued to the date the payment is made. Upon
receiving payment, the City will register a discharge of the lien in the
proper registry office.
Part V. Offence and Penalty
33. Every person who contravenes the provisions of this by-law is guilty of an
offence and, upon conviction, is liable to a fine or penalty as provided for
in the Provincial Offences Act.
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Part VI. Repeal and Effective Date
Repeal
34. By-law No. 1998-178 is repealed.
Effective Date
35. The by-law shall come into full force and effect on the date that the set
fine order is signed by the Regional Senior Judge of the Ontario Court of
Justice at which time all by-laws, policies, and resolutions that are
inconsistent with the provisions of this by-law are hereby repealed,
revoked or rescinded, as the case may be, insofar as it is necessary to give
effect to the provisions of this by-law.
FINALLY PASSED AND ENACTED this 11th day of March 2024.
Mayor Ian C. Boddy
Briana M. Bloomfield, City Clerk
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REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICES BOARD
SUBJECT: CSPA Aggregate Disciplinary Report
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Services Board
DATE: May 27th, 2026
REPORT:
The Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA) which came into effect on April 1st, 2024, contains a
requirement at Section 215(1) which states that;
A chief of police shall report, in accordance with the regulations, to the police service board or, in the
case of the Commissioner, to the Minister regarding the aggregate disciplinary measures the chief has
taken under this Part.
Regulation 90/24 of the CSPA then states at Section 9(1);
A chief of police shall, at a minimum, provide a report to the police service board or the Minister under
subsection 215 (1) of the Act by June 1 and December 1 of every year.
The report shall contain the following information respecting the period covered by the report:
1. Each provision of Ontario Regulation 407/23 (Code of Conduct for Police Officers) made under the Act
under which a disciplinary measure was imposed, which type of measure was imposed, and the number
of times that each type of measure was imposed in relation to the provision.
2. The number of times a disciplinary measure was imposed,
i. under section 200 of the Act, without a hearing under section 201 of the Act,
ii. under section 200 of the Act, following a hearing under section 201 of the Act, or
iii. following a hearing under section 202 of the Act.
3. If a disciplinary measure referred to in paragraph 1, 2 or 3 of subsection 200 (1) of the Act was
imposed, for each paragraph,
i. the average number of days or hours, and
ii. the total number of days or hours.
4. Any imposition of a disciplinary measure under section 200 of the Act without a hearing under section
201 of the Act in a previous period that was upheld, varied or overturned following a hearing during the
period covered by the report, and information respecting any consequent effect on information included
in a previous report.
(3) If the police service is divided into detachments or other sub-units, the information listed in subsection
(2) shall be presented separately with respect to each detachment or sub-unit.
(4) The police service board or Minister shall publish each report on the Internet within 30 days of
receiving it.
This report will cover the time period from December 1st, 2025 through May 27th, 2026.
During this time period, the Chief of Police did not impose any disciplinary measure requiring a report
under this section.
In compliance with Section 9(4) of Regulation 90/24 it is recommended that the Board, on approval,
publish this report to the Service’s website within 30 days of receipt.
SUBMITTED BY:
Deputy Chief D. Bishop
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Taxi Broker Application – Platinum Taxi
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27th, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
This report contributes to the positive outcomes within the following Strategic Priorities, set by the
Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
Community Safety
Community Wellbeing
☐ Our Members
☐ Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For information.
REPORT:
Mr. Sachin Prajapati has been approved for a new Taxi Broker Licence to operate as Platinum Taxi. Mr.
Prajapati has applied to the City of Owen Sound for a business licence, with a proposed business location
of 25-945 3rd Avenue East, Owen Sound, Ontario (which will be compliant with zoning requirements).
The company Platinum Taxi is owned by Swastik Express Limited and operating under the registered
business name of Platinum Taxi (registered April 27th, 2026). Swastik Express Limited was incorporated
on July 21st, 2024.
A review of MTO ISS indicates Mr. Prajapati is a licenced driver holding a valid Class G licence with 0
demerit points and no convictions/suspensions on his licence history. Mr. Prajapati has been licenced
since October 17th, 2024.
Mr. Prajapati does not have any criminal or driving convictions on file.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Pursuant to Board Bylaw No. 2024-01, commonly referred to as the Transportation Bylaw, it is the
responsibility of the Chief of Police, through the Board, to consider all applications for licence and where
provided by the bylaw, to issue licences.
SUBMITTED BY:
Deputy Chief D. Bishop
REPORT TO THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE BOARD
SUBJECT: Ontario Police Fitness Award (OPFA) Incentives
TO: Chair and Members of the Owen Sound Police Service Board
DATE: May 27, 2026
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
Incentivising the annual OPFA Fitness Pin for OSPS members contributes to the positive outcomes within
the following Strategic Priorities, set by the Board in the 2023-2026 OSPS Operations Plan:
☐ Community Safety
☐ Community Wellbeing
Our Members
Sustainability
RECOMMENDATION(S):
For Decision
REPORT:
About the Ontario Police Fitness Award Pin Program:
The OPFA Fitness Pin Program “is a provincial incentive program designed and developed by the Police
Fitness Personnel of Ontario (PFPO) to motivate Ontario police officers and police civilian employees to
remain physically fit throughout their entire careers. The Program has been successfully operating for
more than 35 years and attracts more participants each year from across the province. The policing
services division of the Ministry of the Solicitor General and the Ontario Association
of Chiefs of Police sanction the OPFA program.”
“The OPFA Pin Program acknowledges that in the policing profession, physical skills
and abilities are important job prerequisites. The PREP Test is the current graduation
standard of the Basic Constable Training program at the Ontario Police College (OPC).
This test is then required again during Basic Constable training at OPC. However, once
a recruit returns to their respective police service, there are no mandatory fitness
requirements for the remainder of their policing career.” i
The annual OPFA “Fit Pin” program encourages both sworn and civilian members to
maintain an adequate fitness level. The PREP test
components are scored, based on age and gender, with an
overall 75% considered successful ii. OPFA offers a unique
annual OPFA pin that can be worn on the police uniform,
along with milestone year pins (e.g. 10, 20, 30 and 35) for
special recognition of consecutive annual achievement.
Workplace Benefits of Physical Fitness:
Research suggests that physical fitness and regular, strenuous exercise is effective in reducing sick days.
Conclusions from research published in the Psychology of Sport and Exercise, states “exercise and
fitness can help foster a healthy and thriving workforce that takes less sick leaves and feels better
prepared to cope with chronic stress.” iii
Policing is a physically demanding career. According to research published in the International
Association of Chief of Police (IACP) Police Chief magazine, “situations can arise where possessing an
appropriate level of fitness can be a significant asset for the officer, such as dealing with a noncompliant
individual. High fitness levels can enhance officer safety, survivability, and overall health and wellness” iv.
OPFA Incentives:
Many Ontario police services recognize the challenges the OPFA Fit Pin test can present and will offer
incentives to their members for completing or attempting the Fit Pin test. An internal list of incentives
offered by Ontario police services shows incentives range from: simply receiving the Fitness Pin; a
certificate; swag (e.g. gym bag); time off in lieu (some with graduated scales based on years of service or
test score); as well as financial incentives (e.g. Ontario Power Generation offers $3000 yearly bonus).
Incentives are not limited to larger services. Some smaller to mid-sized police services also provide
incentives, such as Aylmer Police Service which offers 8 hours lieu time or $200 per year, and Hanover
Police Service offering $1000 for passing with 0 sick days.
Owen Sound Police Service and the OPFA Fit Pin:
To-date, few OSPS members have participated in the annual Fit Pin. In prior years, testing was initiated
by a patrol officer who arranged to have a Saugeen Shores Police Service officer, certified to appraise
the Fit Pin test, come to Owen Sound on their own time and offer it for interested members while off
duty. There are no records tracking OSPS members who have achieved their annual Fit Pin.
In February 2026, OSPS invested in OPFA certification training for the Training Officer who is now a
certified OPFA Appraiser. A certified Appraiser demonstrates and assesses performance during the OPFA
Fitness Pin test, and interprets assessment results based on norms and percentile for Canadians
between 15 to 69 years of age.
The overall costs for conducting annual Fit Pin testing are minimal and include purchasing pins ($4 plus
shipping) and potentially renting a location to conduct the test. It takes approximately 3-4 hours to
conduct the test for about 8-10 people.
Our Members and Sustainability are Strategic Priorities of the Board. Goals in the OSPS Operations Plan
within these Strategic Priorities include:
• To promote members’ mental and physical wellbeing (OM1a) by raising awareness among OSPS
members of available physical and mental health programs/resources.
• To promote and plan for long term succession (S1a) by developing a long-term staffing,
recruitment, and retention plan within a competitive labour market.
OSPS Ontario Police Fitness Award (OPFA) Incentives:
Now with a certified OPFA appraiser, OSPS is ready to conduct the annual OPFA Fitness Pin test at least
four times a year, based around the platoon shift schedule. As part of promoting physical fitness, raising
awareness of health and wellbeing, and becoming a modern, competitive police service that recruits and
retains the highest quality candidates, further Fit Pin incentives are recommended.
FINANCIAL/RISK IMPLICATION(S):
Financial implications for OSPS Fitness Award incentives can be minimal. However, incentives to
encourage members to achieve the annual Fitness Pin help to mitigate risks associated with physically
demanding situations in policing (e.g. chasing suspects, uncooperative suspects, reaction times, carrying
heavy loads), and lead to improved community safety and public confidence in police. Promoting
ongoing fitness also helps mitigate risks associated with physical and mental stressors of a policing
career, and organizational risks associated with absenteeism.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Nil
SUBMITTED BY:
Craig Matheson, Operations Inspector
Wendy Pratt, HR Director
Curtis Gloade, Training Constable
i
https://pfpo.org/ontario-police-fitness-pin-award-program/
ii
PFPO Fit PIN Scoring Tables https://pfpo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Table-of-Results-Jan-2025.pdf
iii
Gerber, M., Kellman, M., Hartmann, T., and Puhse, U. 2010. “Do exercise and fitness buffer against stress among
Swiss police and emergency response service officers?” Journal of Sport and Exercise 11 (2010) 286-294.
iv
Harper, M.C., Wagner, M. May 2021. “Enhancing Officer Safety & Survivability”. IACP Police Chief.
11.l Final approvals issued for the following Business Licences:
Final approvals were issued for specific business licences.
Agenda item 11.l: Final approvals issued for the following Business Licences:
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Combined agenda package (secondary source)
11.l
11.m Final approvals issued for the following Flag Flying Requests:
Final approvals were issued for a flag flying request submitted by the Ontario Coalition For Better Child Care (OCBCC) on behalf of Registered Early Childhood Educators.
Agenda item 11.m: Final approvals issued for the following Flag Flying Requests:
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Attachment: OCBCC for Child Care Worker and ECE Appreciation Day.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53352
Community Flag Flying and Raising Form
Name of Requesting Organization *
Ontario Coalition For Better Child Care (OCBCC)
Contact Information
Name * Email Address *
Carolyn Ferns carolyn@childcareontario.org
Home/Cell Phone Number * Work Phone Number
416-538-0628 416-538-0628
Flag Raising and Lowering Date
Please note that the raising and lowering of the flags must take place on a regular business day between 9 a.m. and
4 p.m.
Community flag-flying requests will be approved for a maximum duration of seven (7) days unless the Community
Flagpole is available for longer, in which case the duration may extend to a maximum of fourteen (14) days at the
discretion of the City Manager.
Date of Flag Raising (flags are not typically Date of Flag Lowering *
raised/lowered on weekends or holidays): *
10/22/2026
10/21/2026
Are you having a Ceremony? *
Yes No
Annually Recurring Flag Raisings
Please note that community flag-flying requests can now be submitted once for recurring events, provided the
groups will notify the City if or when flag-flying shall discontinue.
The group submitting the request will still be responsible for providing the physical flag annually. The specified date
of the raising will be continued annually, unless City staff are directed to shift the date each year.
Would you like to submit your flag flying request to happen annually?
Yes, please repeat on an annual basis.
No, this one time only.
Would you be requiring a public ceremony each year as well?
Yes, we will have a ceremony with each flag raising.
No, we will not be planning a future ceremony.
Purpose of the Event or Occasion *
The Registered Early Childhood Educators and child care workers are vital to the success of the Canada-Wide
Early Learning and Child Care system; Therefore, Be It Resolved that October 21, 2026, be designated the 26th
annual “Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day” in recognition of the education,
dedication and commitment of child care workers to children, their families and quality of life of the community.
Details of the Event or Occasion *
The Registered Early Childhood Educators and child care workers are vital to the success of the Canada-Wide
Early Learning and Child Care system; Therefore, Be It Resolved that October 21, 2026, be designated the 26th
annual “Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day” in recognition of the education,
dedication and commitment of child care workers to children, their families and quality of life of the community.
Description of your organization or individual including a brief history and any other relevant information
*
The Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC) is a provincial organization that advocates for affordable,
accessible, high-quality, publicly funded, and non-profit early learning and child care across Ontario. It works with
educators, families, and community partners to strengthen and improve the child care system.
11.n Final approvals issued for the following City Hall Illumination Requests:
Final approvals were issued for a Thrombosis Canada request to illuminate City Hall in red and blue on October 13th and 14th, 2026.
Agenda item 11.n: Final approvals issued for the following City Hall Illumination Requests:
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Attachment: Thrombosis Canada for World Thrombosis Day.pdf
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City Hall Illumination/Lighting Request Form
For full policy details outlining City Hall Illumination requests please see the Flag Flying Proclamations and Public
Awareness Campaigns policy here (City Hall Illumination starts on page 7).
Name of Requesting Organization *
Thrombosis Canada
Contact Information
Name * Email Address *
Panayiota Jones pjones@thrombosiscanada.ca
Home/Cell Phone Number * Work Phone Number
Please enter your work phone number
City Hall Lighting Date(s)
Illumination requests will be granted for a maximum duration of seven (7) days unless there are no conflicting
requests in which case the duration may extend to a maximum duration of fourteen (14) days, at the discretion of
the City Manager.
Requests will be considered on a first come, first served basis, based on the date the request is received by the
City Manager’s office; requests should be made at least two (2) weeks in advance of the desired lighting date.
Please note that the changing of City Hall lights will take place on regular business days.
Starting Date of Illumination: * End Date of Illumination: *
10/13/2026 10/14/2026
Requested Light Colours
At this time, the only colour options available are: Green, Blue, Red, White, and Pink/Purple.
No other colours are available at this time.
Please select the colour of your illumination request: *
Green
Blue
Red
White
Pink/Purple
Details/Purpose of the illumination event: *
Illuminating in red and blue for World Thrombosis Day would help raise awareness of thrombosis (blood clots),
a serious but often preventable medical condition that affects thousands of Canadians every year, including
Kingston residents. Blood clots can occur in anyone and are associated with common risk factors such as
surgery, hospitalization, cancer, pregnancy, and prolonged immobility.
As a national registered charity, Thrombosis Canada provides free, evidence-based educational resources to
patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and the public across Canada. The illumination would
encourage conversations about the signs, symptoms, risk factors, and prevention of blood clots while
promoting early recognition and timely medical treatment, which can save lives.
By participating in Thrombosis Canada's national "Light Canada Red & Blue" campaign, you would join
municipalities across Canada in demonstrating its commitment to public health, supporting residents and
families affected by thrombosis, and helping educate the community about a condition that impacts
Canadians in every neighbourhood.
Description of your organization including a brief history and any other relevant information: *
Thrombosis Canada is a national registered charity dedicated to improving the prevention, diagnosis, and
treatment of thrombosis (blood clots) through education, research, advocacy, and evidence-based clinical
guidance. Founded in 2015, the organization builds on more than two decades of leadership by Canada's
foremost thrombosis specialists, who have worked together to improve patient care and develop nationally
recognized clinical resources. Thrombosis Canada provides free, trusted educational materials for patients,
caregivers, healthcare professionals, and the public while supporting research and promoting best practices
in blood clot prevention and treatment. As Canada's leading organization focused exclusively on thrombosis,
we are committed to increasing awareness, improving health outcomes, and helping save lives through
education and early recognition. We are also Canada's official partner for World Thrombosis Day, leading
nationwide awareness initiatives, including our annual "Light Canada Red & Blue" campaign, which
encourages communities across the country to unite in raising awareness of blood clots and their prevention.
Would you like to submit your City Hall illumination request to happen annually? *
Yes, please repeat on an annual basis
No, this one time only
Please note that it is up to the person/group submitting the request to contact the City if the annual date changes
or discontinues for any reason.
By submitting this form, you affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. All City Hall illumination
requests must adhere to the Flag Flying, Proclamations and Public Awareness Campaigns Policy.
The personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, 227 and City
Policy CMA34. The information is used for the City Hall lighting process including, but not limited to, evaluating
requests for illumination events and contacting the requestor.
11.o Correspondence received which is presented for the information of Council
The correspondence presents an advocacy update from AMCTO highlighting inconsistent implementation of strong mayor powers across Ontario municipalities, where 40% of mayors retain authority over chief administrative officers. A notification is provided regarding the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry's decision to proceed with changes to Regulation 828 under the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act for low-risk development activities. Council supports a resolution from South Huron requesting stable provincial grant funding for fire services instead of competitive programmes, while also supporting Penetanguishene's resolution on heads and beds payment-in-lieu of taxes.
AMCTO Advocacy Update on Strong Mayor Powers and MNR Decision
The correspondence presents an advocacy update from AMCTO regarding inconsistent implementation of strong mayor powers across Ontario municipalities, noting that 40% of mayors retained the authority to appoint or dismiss chief administrative officers. A notification is also provided concerning a decision by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to proceed with changes to Regulation 828 under the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act to improve clarity for low-risk development activities. Additionally, the Deputy Clerk from Owen Sound reports that City Council passed Resolution No. R-260713-010 regarding sustainable provincial grant funding for fire services in Ontario.
Supports the Municipality of South Huron's Request to Transition Fire Service Grants
Council supports a resolution from South Huron calling for stable provincial grant funding for fire services in Ontario rather than competitive programs.
Supports Penetanguishene Resolution on Heads and Beds Payment
Council supports the Town of Penetanguishene's resolution regarding heads and beds payment-in-lieu of taxes and directs staff to send this resolution to that town for collective discussion.
Agenda item 11.o: Correspondence received which is presented for the information of Council
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Attachment: 2026-07-27 Information Package.pdf
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Correspondence Items Presented for Information
July 27, 2026
1) Correspondence from AMCTO Re: Advocacy Update – Strong Mayor
Authorities Scan – 2nd Edition Results.
2) Correspondence from the Director, Fish and Wildlife Policy Branch, Ministry of
Natural Resources and Forestry Re: Notification of Decision under Regulation
828 of the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act.
3) Correspondence from the Deputy Clerk, City of Owen Sound Re: Sustainable
Provincial Grant Funding for Fire Services in Ontario.
4) Correspondence from the Deputy Clerk, City of Owen Sound Re: Heads and
Beds Payment-in-Lieu of Taxes Program.
5) Correspondence from the Mayor, Town of Bruce Mines Re: Physician Shortage
in Northern Ontario and the Practice Ready Ontario Program.
Item 1
About | Professional | Advocacy & | Network &
AMCTO Growth Policy Community
July 16, 2026
Advocacy Update:
Strong Mayor Authorities Scan - 2nd Edition Results
We are excited to present the latest edition of our strong mayor authorities
scan – a comprehensive look at how Ontario mayors are using their
expanded powers across the province.
Conducted with a 93% response rate from 201 of 216 municipalities, the
scan monitors and assesses how mayors and municipalities have used and
implemented strong mayor powers, their effect on municipal staff, local
governance, and Ontario communities.
This scan, conducted between November 2025 and February 2026,
includes responses and input from staff of the 193 municipalities that were
added to the strong mayor legislation in May 2025. It also provides
concrete quantitative data points on some of the qualitative responses and
feedback we've received during our bi-weekly strong mayor powers drop-in
sessions between May 2025 and January 2026, and examples of municipal
uses we have tracked through our media monitoring.
Our updated strong mayor powers advocacy toolkit and authorities scan:
• Provides members with valuable information to compare how strong
mayor powers are being used in Ontario municipalities.
• Allows us to better understand the impacts of the powers on
municipal governance, organizational structure, and staffing to
support members and municipalities transitioning to the strong
mayor framework.
• Invites discussion and continued conversation toward developing
better legislative solutions that meet government objectives.
Key Findings
Our latest research confirms what members have been telling us since our
first scan (conducted in 2024) and what they've been experiencing on the
ground: across municipal administration, budget, committees and
legislative powers, the interpretation and implementation of strong mayor
powers remain highly inconsistent from one municipality to another. In
many cases, the burden of managing that inconsistency falls directly on
municipal staff.
Key patterns emerging from the data include:
• Most mayors are delegating organizational structure and employment
powers back to the chief administrative officer (CAO); however, a
significant number of mayors have retained these powers, and some
have exercised them more deeply within the organization.
o 40% retained the power to appoint or dismiss the CAO
o 20% of mayors who retained their powers used them to hire or
remove the CAO
Frequent changes to leadership can lead to organizational instability,
resulting in shifting priorities, increased costs for taxpayers to meet
employment contract agreements, and effects on organizational culture
and resilience, including eroding staff morale, which can lead to hindered
performance and service delivery.
• A total of 126 municipalities reported that their mayor directed staff
to do research or provide advice — a widely used authority that
impacted staff workload and neutrality as well as decreased
transparency in actions and decision-making.
• Mayoral vetoes, budget preparation practices, and committee
restructuring were all applied inconsistently, creating accountability
and transparency gaps across the province.
• Smaller municipalities — including many added to the legislation in
May 2025 — are more likely to delegate powers, while larger
municipalities show greater variation in retention and use.
The findings also reinforce a concern we have raised from the outset: the
risk of politicization of local government leadership. Where mayors have
exercised employment powers, the effects have reached well beyond
senior leadership. As an Association, we have long advocated for a clear
distinction between the administrative role of the CAO and the political role
of the mayor. This scan reinforces why that distinction matters.
ACCESS THE UPDATED TOOLKIT & FULL SCAN
We will continue to monitor the use of strong mayor powers, paying
attention to powers extended to Provincially-appointed regional chairs.
With the municipal elections coming up in October 2026, this marks the
first time in an Ontario election cycle where mayoral candidates are
seeking office knowing they will have these powers at their disposal (if
elected). Further research and use cases of these powers will therefore be
needed following the 2026 elections, as this may further affect how the
powers are used and applied across Ontario.
We continue to call for greater clarity in legislation and regulation, stronger
accountability and transparency frameworks, and a meaningful reduction in
the administrative burden being placed on municipal staff. We will also
continue to monitor how these powers evolve throughout this election
cycle and as the legislative landscape continues to shift.
For more information or questions about this research, contact us.
Item 2
From: Natural Heritage (MNR) <NATURALHERITAGE@ontario.ca>
Sent: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 2:23 PM
To: Natural Heritage (MNR) <NATURALHERITAGE@ontario.ca>
Subject: Notification of decision notice under Regulation 828 of the Niagara
Escarpment Planning and Development Act
Date: July 7, 2026
Subject: Notification of decision notice under Regulation 828 of the Niagara
Escarpment Planning and Development Act
Good afternoon,
I am writing to let you know that a decision has been made on the proposed
changes to R.R.O. Regulation 828 (Development within the Development
Control Area) under the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act
(NEPDA).
After considering all submissions received through the consultation period,
we are proceeding with changes that will improve clarity and expand
exemptions for low-risk development activities. The exemptions are
consistent with the purpose and objectives of the NEPDA and include
conditions to mitigate and avoid any environmental impacts.
For more information, please see the decision notice posted on the
Environmental Registry at Amendments to Ontario Regulation 828
(Development within the Development Control Area) | Environmental
Registry of Ontario or by searching 019-8364.
Sincerely,
Stephen Casselman
Director, Fish and Wildlife Policy Branch
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Item 3
Staci Landry, Deputy Clerk Phone: 519-376-4440 ext. 1235
City of Owen Sound Facsimile: 519-371-0511
808 2nd Avenue East Email: slandry@owensound.ca
Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4 Website: www.owensound.ca
July 16, 2026
Via Email
The Honourable Doug Ford
Premier of Ontario
premier@ontario.ca
Dear Honourable Doug Ford:
Re: Sustainable Provincial Grant Funding for Fire Services in Ontario
City Council, at its meeting held on July 13, 2026, considered the above-noted
matter, and passed Resolution No. R-260713-010 as follows:
"THAT in consideration of correspondence received on the
July 13, 2026 Consent Agenda respecting sustainable
provincial grant funding for fire services in Ontario, City
Council:
1. Supports the resolution from the Municipality of
South Huron; and
2. Directs staff to send this resolution to the Premier of
Ontario, the Minister of the Solicitor General, the
Minister of Infrastructure, the Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing, the Ontario Association of Fire
Chiefs, the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters
Association, the Ontario Volunteer Fire Fighters
Association, the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario (AMO), the Rural Ontario Municipal
Association (ROMA), and the Municipality of South
Huron."
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Staci Landry
Deputy Clerk
Encl: Municipality of South Huron Council Resolution of June 1, 2026
c: Hon. Michael Kerzner, Minister of the Solicitor General
Hon. Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure
Hon. Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs
Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association
Ontario Volunteer Fire Fighters Association
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
Rural Ontario Municipal Association
Municipality of South Huron
CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON
322 Main Street South P.O. Box 759
Exeter Ontario
N0M 1S6
Phone: 519-235-0310 Fax: 519-235-3304
Toll Free: 1-877-204-0747
www.southhuron.ca
June 10, 2026
Via email: doug.fordco@pc.ola.org
Premier’s Office
Room 281
Main Legislative Building, Queen’s Park
Toronto, ON M7A 1A5
Dear Hon. Doug Ford
Re: Sustainable Provincial Grant Funding for Fire Services in Ontario
Please be advised that South Huron Council passed the following resolution at
their June 1, 2026, Regular Council Meeting:
258-2026
Moved By: Aaron Neeb
Seconded by: Wendy McLeod-Haggitt
That South Huron Council supports the May 13, 2026, correspondence of
the Town of Plympton-Wyoming regarding Sustainable Provincial Grant
Funding for Fire Services in Ontario; and
That this supporting resolution and the originating correspondence be
circulated to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of the Solicitor General,
the Minister of Infrastructure, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing,
the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, the Ontario Professional Fire
Fighters Association, the Ontario Volunteer Fire Fighters Association,
AMO, ROMA and all municipalities in Ontario.
Result: Carried
Please find attached the originating correspondence for your reference.
Respectfully,
Kendra Webster, Legislative & Licensing Coordinator
Municipality of South Huron
kwebster@southhuron.ca
519-235-0310 x. 232
Encl.
cc:
Minister of the Solicitor General, Hon. Michael Kerzner,
michael.kerzner@pc.ola.org; Minister of Infrastructure, Hon. Kinga Surma,
kinga.surma@pc.ola.org; Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Hon. Rob
Flack, rob.flack@pc.ola.org; Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs, info@oafc.on.ca;
Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association, admin@ontariofirefighters.org;
Ontario Volunteer Fire Fighters Association, communication@ffao.on.ca; AMO
resolutions@amo.on.ca; ROMA, roma@roma.on.ca; and all municipalities in
Ontario.
Date: 13 May 2026 ______15______
Moved By: Deputy Mayor Netty McEwen
Seconded By: Councillor John van Klaveren
Support for Sustainable Provincial Grant Funding for Fire Services in Ontario
WHEREAS Municipal fire services in Ontario operate under legislative authority established by the
province through statutes, regulations, codes, and prescribed standards governing training,
equipment, certification, inspection, and operational requirements;
AND WHEREAS municipalities are responsible for implementing and maintaining compliance with
these provincially mandated requirements primarily through local property taxation;
AND WHEREAS current provincial fire service grant programs are available to both full-time and
volunteer fire departments across Ontario and are distributed through competitive application
processes that may not fully reflect the differing financial and administrative capacities of urban and
rural municipalities, highlighting the need for a more balanced approach to funding that supports all
fire services equitably;
AND WHEREAS volunteer firefighters represent approximately 70–75% of firefighters in Ontario,
protecting the majority of communities across the province and, particularly in rural areas, are
frequently the first emergency responders to arrive on scene ahead of other emergency
services;
AND WHEREAS other provincially regulated emergency services, including policing and paramedic
services, receive stable and predictable provincial funding contributions or cost-sharing
arrangements;
AND WHEREAS the absence of a comparable and stable funding model for fire services creates a
structural imbalance between provincial regulatory authority and municipal financial responsibility;
AND WHEREAS reliance on competitive funding creates budget uncertainty, limits long-term financial
planning, and may not reflect the actual operational needs of fire services, contributing to instability,
reduced preparedness and the reduction of services within a critical emergency response sector;
AND WHEREAS stable and predictable funding is essential to maintain emergency preparedness,
firefighter safety, service sustainability, and equitable protection for residents regardless of municipal
size or tax base;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
The Council of the Town of Plympton-Wyoming respectfully calls upon the Province of Ontario to
transition the current practice of competitive provincial fire service grant programs into a
permanent, stable, and predictable non-competitive provincial funding program that supports
municipalities in meeting provincially legislated fire protection requirements;
AND FURTHER THAT this funding be structured to provide equitable and predictable annual support
for operational readiness and training costs associated with volunteer, composite and full-time
fire departments across Ontario;
AND FURTHER THAT the annual value of this funding be reviewed and adjusted to more
appropriately reflect the level of provincial funding support currently provided to other provincially
regulated emergency services, including policing and paramedic services;
AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be circulated for endorsement to:
• The County of Lambton
• Lambton County Fire Chiefs Association
• All municipalities
• Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs
• Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association
• Ontario Volunteer Fire Fighters Association
• Association of Municipalities of Ontario
• Rural Ontario Municipal Association
AND FURTHER THAT, upon endorsement, this resolution be submitted to:
• Steve Pinnsoneault MPP Lambton-Kent-Middlesex
• Bob Bailey MPP Sarnia-Lambton
• The Honourable Michael Kerzner, Minister of the Solicitor General
• The Honourable Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure
• The Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• The Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario
✔
Carried Defeated Deferred
Item 4
Staci Landry, Deputy Clerk Phone: 519-376-4440 ext. 1235
City of Owen Sound Facsimile: 519-371-0511
808 2nd Avenue East Email: slandry@owensound.ca
Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4 Website: www.owensound.ca
July 16, 2026
Via Email
Doug Rawson
Mayor, Town of Penetanguishene
c/o Emily Dermott-Simpson, Executive Assistant
edermott-simpson@penetanguishene.ca
Dear Mayor Rawson:
Re: Heads and Beds Payment-in-Lieu of Taxes Program
City Council, at its meeting held on July 13, 2026, considered the above-noted
matter, and passed Resolution No. R-260713-011 as follows:
"THAT in consideration of correspondence received on the
July 13, 2026 Consent Agenda respecting heads and beds
payment-in-lieu of taxes program, City Council:
1. Supports the resolution from the Town of
Penetanguishene; and
2. Directs staff to send this resolution to the Town of
Penetanguishene to express Council's interest in
participating in a collective discussion with affected
municipalities on this matter."
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Staci Landry
Deputy Clerk
Item 5
BRUCE MINES The Corporation of the Town of Bruce Mines PO Box 220 9126 Hwy. 17 East Bruce Mines ON P0R 1C0 MAYOR: LORY PATTERI MUNICIPAL CLERK: JUDY DAVIS Phone: (705)785-3493 Fax: (705)785-3170 Email: info@brucemines.ca www.brucemines.ca Est. 1903 July 6th, 2026 The Honourable Doug Ford Premier of Ontario Legislative Building Queen’s Park Toronto, ON M7A 1A1 premier@ontario.ca Re: Policy Without Appropriation: Physician Shortage in Northern Ontario and the Practice Ready Ontario Program Dear Premier Ford, On behalf of the Council of the Town of Bruce Mines, we are writing to, once again, address the physician shortage in Northern Ontario. This critical issue has been front and centre for years, and while the Practice Ready Ontario (PRO) program—which evaluates internationally educated family physicians to confirm they are ready to practice in Ontario—is widely acknowledged and genuinely applauded, the province appears to have stopped short of closing the loop. Therefore, council is compelled to express our concern in the gap between the government’s opening the door to a solution but falling short of providing the financial framework needed to walk through it. Northern Ontario’s municipalities face a structural imbalance that is fundamentally different from communities in the south. We are small in population, geographically dispersed, and operate with limited tax bases that cannot support the escalating costs associated with physician recruitment, retention, and community health infrastructure. Despite these limitations, municipalities are increasingly expected to shoulder responsibilities that fall squarely within the provincial mandate for health care delivery. Municipalities have stepped in where we can, but we cannot continue to fund physician recruitment packages, housing incentives, locum coverage, or clinic operations without dedicated provincial support. The current model places an unsustainable burden on small 1
communities that simply do not have the tax revenue to fill the gaps left by the provincial health care system.
We respectfully request that the Province of Ontario:
1. Establish a dedicated Northern Ontario Physician Recruitment and Retention Fund, accessible to small and rural municipalities ensuring communities are not forced to subsidize provincial healthcare responsibilities.
2. Work directly with Northern municipalities to develop a coordinated strategy that reflects the unique demographic, geographic, and fiscal realities of the North.
We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this matter further and look forward to a written response from your office.
Sincerely,
Lory Patteri, Mayor
Town of Bruce Mines
Cc:
Ms. Marit Stiles
Leader of the Official Opposition
Leader, New Democratic Party of Ontario
Mr. John Fraser
Interim Leader, Ontario Liberal Party
The Honourable Sylvia Jones
Deputy Premier of Ontario
Minister of Health
The Honourable George Pirie
Minister of Northern Economic Development and Growth
Bill Rosenberg
Member of Provincial Parliament
Algoma—Manitoulin
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA)
Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM)
Distributed to all Ontario municipalities.
12 COMMITTEE MINUTES WITH RECOMMENDATIONS FOR APPROVAL
Committee minutes with recommendations for approval are presented as agenda item 12.
Agenda item 12: COMMITTEE MINUTES WITH RECOMMENDATIONS FOR APPROVAL
12.a Minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on July 22, 2026 (Minutes to Follow)
The minutes from the Community Services Committee meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026 are set to follow.
Agenda item 12.a: Minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on July 22, 2026 (Minutes to Follow)
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12.a
Minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on July
22, 2026 (Minutes to Follow)
12.b Minutes of the Corporate Services Committee meeting held on July 9, 2026
Members of the Corporate Services Committee adopted bylaws for regulatory policy updates and vital services enforcement while approving minutes from June.
Committee Adopted By-laws for Regulatory Policy Updates and Vital Services Enforcement
At a July 9, 2026 meeting held in Council Chambers at City Hall - 808 2nd Avenue East, members approved minutes from June and received deputations regarding housing standards.
Agenda item 12.b: Minutes of the Corporate Services Committee meeting held on July 9, 2026
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Attachment: 2026-07-09 - Corporate Services Committee Minutes.pdf
Source: https://pub-owensound.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=53338
Minutes
Corporate Services Committee
July 9, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
City Hall - 808 2nd Avenue East - Council Chambers
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Suneet Kukreja
Vice Chair Melanie Middlebro'
Member Monica Dale
Councillor Travis Dodd
Member Daniel Fletcher (via video)
Member Neil McCutcheon
Councillor Carol Merton
Member Greg Milburn
Member Franklin Morais
STAFF PRESENT: Briana Bloomfield, City Clerk
Riley Brugess, By-law Enforcement Supervisor
Christina McLean, Committee and Executive Support
Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Kukreja called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
2. CALL FOR ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
There was no additional business.
3. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest.
4. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.a Minutes of the Corporate Services Committee meeting held on June 11, 2026
CR-260709-001
Moved by Vice Chair Middlebro'
"THAT the Corporate Services Committee approves the minutes of the
meeting held on June 11, 2026."
Carried.
5. DEPUTATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
There were no deputations or presentations.
6. PUBLIC FORUM
6.a Jill Umbach, RentSafe Owen Sound Collaborative and Bruce Grey Poverty Task
Force
The speaker provided comments respecting housing in Owen Sound and
highlighted the importance of the introduction of a vital services by-law and the
inclusion of clauses pertaining to mould in the property standards by-law. The
speaker encouraged the Committee to consider a renoviction by-law and the
establishment of a Rental Housing Committee in the future.
7. CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR WHICH DIRECTION IS REQUIRED
There were no correspondence items presented for consideration.
8. REPORTS OF CITY STAFF
8.a Parking and By-law Enforcement
8.a.1 Report CR-26-067 from the By-law Enforcement Supervisor Re:
Regulatory By-law Management Policy
The By-law Enforcement Supervisor provided an overview of the report.
In response to questions from Committee, the By-law Enforcement
Supervisor noted that:
The planned master review schedule as attached to the report is
flexible and can be changed in staff workplans if any priority items
arise.
The implementation of an Encampment Protocol By-law is listed in
2028 as it is a project that requires additional consultation and
review, and that priority levels were taken into consideration when
the review list was compiled.
The content expert of each by-law currently determines what
external consultation is required, based on the specific by-law.
The proposed dates as outlined in the master schedule refer to
when each by-law will come forward for Council consideration.
CR-260709-002
Moved by Member Milburn
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-067 respecting
Regulatory By-law Management Policy No. AF015, the Corporate
Services Committee recommends that City Council direct staff to
bring forward a by-law to:
1. Adopt Regulatory By-law Policy No. AF015, substantially in the
form attached to the report; and
2. Repeal By-law Review & Revision Policy No. CS73."
Carried.
8.a.2 Report CR-26-068 from the By-law Enforcement Supervisor Re: Updates
to the Property Standards By-law and Introduction of a Vital Services By-
law
The By-law Enforcement Supervisor provided an overview of the report.
In response to a question from Committee, the By-law Enforcement
Supervisor noted that:
Communications will be issued regarding the landlord
requirements, as well as regarding how tenants can report
concerns and the protections that they have if they do so.
By-law staff would only be entering a property when a complaint is
received, and they will not be proactively inspecting apartments or
rental units at this time.
Landlords are not responsible for property standards or vital
services issues if the damages were caused by the tenant either
intentionally or unintentionally, or if the tenant did not pay a bill for a
utility that they are responsible for.
The proposed Vital Services By-law process allows for an order to
be placed in a shorter timeframe than done previously, and an
order can be placed anytime from 1-19 days after the complaint,
based on the severity of the situation and how long it would take to
fix the concern.
Under the current Property Standards By-law, fines cannot be
placed immediately for Vital Services infractions but are placed
once an individual fails to comply with an order. Under the
proposed Vital Services By-law, they can be fined immediately for
either failing to provide the vital services or for intentionally shutting
them off.
The fines outlined in the set fines as attached to the report refer to
the fines that would be issued if someone was being charged for
the first time, and that the City can further issue a summons to
proceed to the court process if the issues persist, allowing the City
to seek fines of higher amounts at that time.
The term "reasonably clear" of pests as noted in the by-law is
included to take into account situations where a landlord is
currently working to remove the pests and the issue is not yet fully
rectified, therefore staff would not need to continue issuing orders
while the remediation work is underway.
By-law staff work with legal aid and other social services agencies
as required.
CR-260709-003
Moved by Member McCutcheon
"THAT in consideration of Staff Report CR-26-068 respecting updates
to the Property Standards By-law and a new Vital Services By-law,
the Corporate Services Committee recommends that City Council
direct staff to:
1. Bring forward a by-law to amend the Property Standards By-
law as outlined in Attachment 1 of the report with the addition
of a definition of boarding;
2. Bring forward the Vital Services By-law for approval as
outlined in Attachment 2 of the report; and
3. Apply to the Ministry of the Attorney General for approval of
the set fines as outlined in Attachment 3 of the report."
Carried.
8.b Accounting
None.
8.c Clerks
None.
8.d Corporate and Facility Services
None.
8.e Fire
None.
8.f Human Resources
None.
8.g Information Technology
None.
8.h Taxes and Revenue
None.
9. MATTERS POSTPONED
There were no matters postponed.
10. MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS PREVIOUSLY GIVEN
There were no motions for which notice was previously given.
11. CORRESPONDENCE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATION
There were no correspondence items presented for information.
12. DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
There was no additional business.
13. NOTICES OF MOTION
There were no notices of motion.
14. ADJOURNMENT
The business contained on the agenda having been completed, Chair Kukreja
adjourned the meeting at 6:04 p.m.
12.c Minutes of the Operations Committee meeting held on July 23, 2026 (Minutes to Follow)
The combined agenda package for item 12.c reports that there were no postponed matters at the Operations Committee meeting held on July 23, 2026.
Agenda item 12.c: Minutes of the Operations Committee meeting held on July 23, 2026 (Minutes to Follow)
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12.c
Minutes of the Operations Committee meeting held on July 23, 2026
(Minutes to Follow)
MATTERS POSTPONED
There are no postponed matters.
13 MATTERS POSTPONED
The agenda lists twelve matters as postponed.
Agenda item 13: MATTERS POSTPONED
14 MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS PREVIOUSLY GIVEN
The combined agenda package reports that there are currently no motions pending under the category of those for which notice was previously given.
Agenda item 14: MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS PREVIOUSLY GIVEN
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14.
MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS PREVIOUSLY GIVEN
There are no motions for which notice was previously given.
15 DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
The section is designated for discussion of additional business.
Agenda item 15: DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
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15.
DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
16 MOTION THAT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RISE AND REPORT
The formal session proceeds with a motion for the committee of the whole to rise and report.
Agenda item 16: MOTION THAT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RISE AND REPORT
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16.
MOTION THAT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RISE AND REPORT
FORMAL SESSION
17 MOTION TO ADOPT PROCEEDINGS IN COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The assembly moved to adopt proceedings in committee of the whole.
Agenda item 17: MOTION TO ADOPT PROCEEDINGS IN COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
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17.
MOTION TO ADOPT PROCEEDINGS IN COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE