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One-Sentence Summary

Council heard a deputation from Brandon Downing regarding YMCA Aquatics Club staffing improvements, reviewed a report on temporary artifact loans to Grey Roots Museum and new business licenses, and addressed the approval of By-law No. 2025-121 with related asset management measures.

Whole Meeting Summary

The deputation from Brandon Downing, Manager of Health Fitness & Aquatics, and Sarah Cowley, Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce presented their annual report detailing growth in the Owen Sound Aquatics Club lifeguard program and expanded swim lesson availability seven days a week. Marie Beach from Speaker 03 proposed a decree to observe Remembrance Day by tracking daily spending to identify waste, saving half for personal use and donating the other half to anti-global warming causes like the David Suzuki Foundation. Council considered an extension request for the Draft Plan of Subdivision at Telfer Creek under Report CS-25-117 from the Manager of Planning and Heritage, reviewing associated schedules including orthophotos, zoning maps, property details, draft plans, approval conditions, agency comments, and the specific extension request document. The report from the Senior Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Operational Effectiveness details temporary artifact loans to Grey Roots Museum and Archives alongside new business licenses for various establishments at specific street addresses within the consent agenda. Speaker 01 announced Kiwanis Club Christmas tree sales supporting the bowling alley, highlighted the Santa Claus Parade and Hockey Day featuring the Waterloo Warriors women’s team, reported Indigenous Veterans Day honors for Warrant Officer Larry Eugene Underhill and Captain Jason Mervin, noted Cenotaph cleaning, and called for committee volunteers. Council moved to rise from formal session into committee of the whole for deliberation, then later confirmed that actions taken during that committee session regarding public meetings and staff reports be adopted back in formal session. Council approved By-law No. 2025-121 and related measures including an asset management plan, electronic signature policy, and a bus shelter encroachment agreement at 1183 16th Street East.

Most Newsworthy Items

The YMCA presented its annual report highlighting growth in the Owen Sound: The YMCA presented its annual report highlighting growth in the Owen Sound Aquatics Club which provides lifeguards as program participants age out.
Council considered correspondence regarding provincial legislation limiting municipal: Council considered correspondence regarding provincial legislation limiting municipal jurisdiction over lane uses and automated speed enforcement cameras, alongside a motion to support coordinated provincial funding for homelessness and mental health crises in the Niagara Region.
Marie Beach from Owen Sound proposed a decree to observe Remembrance Day: Marie Beach from Owen Sound proposed a decree to observe Remembrance Day by tracking daily spending to identify waste, saving half for personal use and donating the other half to anti-global warming causes like the David Suzuki Foundation.
Councillor Dodd announced that the Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound begins its: Councillor Dodd announced that the Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound begins its 75th anniversary Christmas tree sales on Friday, November 14th, with proceeds supporting the bowling alley location.

Meeting Recap

7.a Deputation from Brandon Downing Manager of Health Fitness & Aquatics and

The YMCA presented its annual report highlighting growth in the Owen Sound Aquatics Club which provides lifeguards as program participants age out. Staffing improvements now allow swim lessons seven days a week for non-members and day pass holders beyond active cardholders.

8 PUBLIC FORUM

Marie Beach from Speaker 03 proposed a decree to observe Remembrance Day by tracking daily spending to identify waste, saving half for personal use and donating the other half to anti-global warming causes like the David Suzuki Foundation. She urged citizens to stop smoking and vaping while teaching children that drug or alcohol use results in six months of grounding, emphasizing love for neighbors and forgiveness.

11.a Report CS-25-117 from the Manager of Planning and Heritage Re Extension

Council considered an extension request for the Draft Plan of Subdivision at Telfer Creek.

11.b Report CM-25-035 from the Senior Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Operational

The report details temporary artifact loans to Grey Roots Museum and Archives alongside new business licenses for various establishments at specific street addresses.

15 DISCUSSION OF ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

Speaker 01 announced that the Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound begins its 75th anniversary Christmas tree sales on Friday, November 14th, with proceeds supporting the bowling alley location. The speaker Speaker 02 upcoming 80th Owen Sound Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 15th, and Hockey Day in Owen Sound featuring the Waterloo Warriors women’s team. Additionally, Speaker 01 reported on Indigenous Veterans Day honors for Warrant Officer Larry Eugene Underhill and Captain Jason Mervin, noted the cleaning of the Cenotaph for Remembrance Day, and called for volunteers to fill vacancies on various city committees.

16 MOTION THAT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE RISE AND REPORT

Council moved to rise from formal session into committee of the whole for deliberation, then later confirmed that actions taken during that committee session regarding public meetings and staff reports be adopted back in formal session.

21.a By-law No. 2025-121

Council approved By-law No. 2025-121 and related measures including an asset management plan, electronic signature policy, and a bus shelter encroachment agreement at 1183 16th Street East.