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Falise City Council Meeting
2:00 PM - Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Council Chambers/Zoom App.
The City Council meeting of the City of Niagara Falls was called to order on Tuesday, October
28, 2025, at 2:09 PM, in Council Chambers, with the following members present:
COUNCIL Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Tony Baldinelli, Councillor Chris Dabrowski,
PRESENT: Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Lori Lococo, Councillor Ruth-Ann
Nieuwesteeg, Councillor Mona Patel, Councilor Victor Pietrangelo,
Councillor Mike Strange
STAFF Jason Burgess, Margaret Corbett (Deputy Clerk), Erik Nickel, Tiffany
PRESENT: Clark, Jo Zambito, Nidhi Punyarthi, Kathy Moldenhauer, Kira Dolch,
Shelley Darlington, Kailen Goerz, Dave Etherington, Heather Ruzylo
1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council meeting was called to order at 2:09 PM.
2. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL
2.1. In-Camera Resolution
Moved by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
Seconded by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council enter into an In-Camera meeting.
Carried Unanimously
2.2. In-Camera Resolution - Special meeting on Monday, November 17, 2025
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council enter a special In-Camera meeting on Monday, November 17,
2025.
Carried Unanimously
3. CALL TO ORDER - COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENING
The City Council meeting reconvened at 4:41 PM.
4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4.1. Council Minutes of October 7, 2025
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by City Councillor Vince Kerrio
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THAT Council APPROVE the Council minutes of October 7, 2025 as
presented.
Carried Unanimously
5. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
a) Councillor Pietrangelo declared a conflict of interest to Item #7.3 and #7.4 -
Fire Master Plan and Community Risk Assessment (CRA) as the
recommendation is to build a new fire station in a location where the Councillor
and his family own property.
6. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati offered sympathy to the family of:
• Anna D'Agostino - mother of Joe D'Agostino of our Municipal Works
Department.
• Ava Caruso - niece of Jamie Leitch of our GIS Department.
b) Mayor Diodati mentioned the following events and announcements:
Veterans Crosswalks
• 2 locations — Fairview Cemetery
o Attended by Councillors Lococo, Nieuwesteeg, Patel and
Dabrowski
• And Chippawa Cummington Square
o Attended by Councillors Strange, Nieuwesteeg, Lococo, Baldinelli &
Patel
GO Train Announcement
• At the Via/ GO Station
• Also attended by Councillors Baldinelli, Patel and Lococo
City of Niagara Falls Employee Recognition Event
• At Table Rock House
• Also attended by Councillors Patel and Lococo
TD Tree Days
• Fern Park
• Also attended by Councillor Nieuwesteeg
Councillor Representation
Councillor Dabrowski • St. Paul Wall of Excellence Induction
Councillor Lococo • Library Day Event
Councillor Patel • Diwali Celebration at Club Italia for the
Niagara Hindu Samaj
Councillor Patel and • Honourary Judges for Niagara Region's
Lococo Paint-A-Plow student contest
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Business Milestones and Events:
• Liquidation Binz— opened their doors
• Athena Beauty — 5 year anniversary
o Attended by Councillors Lococo, Patel and Nieuwesteeg
• Cavendish Manor Renovation Reveal
o Attended by Councillors Lococo, Patel and Nieuwesteeg
• Crazy Binz
• Attended by Councillors Nieuwesteeg and Patel
Spooky Awards
• Thank you to all of the families & households that participated
• 69 entries!
• Spooky Map online — still time to view the displays
• Winners will be announced soon
• Don't forget the upcoming Sparkle Awards—details will be posted online
next month
Sleep Cheap
• Booking open now! (Opened on Thursday, October 23rd)
• Sleep Cheap dates are Sunday, Nov. 23rd — Thursday, Nov. 27th
• Since 2004 more than $2.6M raised for local charities
• Wonderfalls Pass
o 10 must-see attractions
o Go on sale on over the coming days.
o Buy them at WT building, MacBain, Gale, NF History Museum
o Cost = $20 or $50 for a family (up to 6), more than $150 value each
o Dates for attractions align so families can enjoy attractions
• Sunday to Friday of Sleep Cheap
o Pass has raised nearly $300K to date
o Installed our first accessible swing at MacBain with the proceeds
Launch of Operation Smooth Roads
• Erik Nickel- General Manager of Municipal Works will share more about
this program later on tonight
• We are proud to highlight road projects that are making a difference for
residents, motorists and cyclists in Niagara Falls
• The reality is we do a lot of work to ensure roads are prioritized, protected,
maintained and updated.
• This is our way of bringing that inside knowledge to YOU!
• Sharing what neighbourhood we're going to next.
• Inviting you to share your feedback/ learn more about our roads program
• Keep your eye out for our road signs/ new roads as part of our program.
• We welcome many more "smooth roads ahead!"
Coming Up:
City of Niagara Falls Remembrance Day Service
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• Tuesday, November 11th at 10:45AM at the Fairview Cemetery/Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier
• All are invited to attend
Santa Claus Parade
• Saturday, November 15th at 4PM
• Starts on Victoria at Armoury and ends in front of City Hall, Queen St.
o Ends with Santa Claus meet and greet
O 515PM Official Christmas Tree Lighting
o Food trucks/ cookies/ hot chocolate/ music on stage/ characters
• This is also the day the Winter Festival of Lights officially kicks off!
c) The next Council meetings are scheduled for Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
and Tuesday, November 25, 2025 (Budget meeting).
7. DEPUTATIONS / PRESENTATIONS/ APPOINTMENTS
7.1. Civic Recognition - Madison Kryger
Mayor Diodati to recognized Madison Kryger for accomplishing a high level of
achievement in the world of competitive swimming. From breaking a provincial
record at the Ontario Junior International Competition in 2022 to winning gold
medals at both the Ontario Swimming Championships and the Bell Canadian
Swimming Trials, Madison has continued to make waves at every level of
competition. On the international stage, she has earned bronze medals in
backstroke at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Australia and the World
Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Romania. Currently training with
Brock Niagara Aquatics under coach Ryan Mallette, Madison will take the next
step in her swimming journey when she joins the University of Tennessee on a
scholarship in September 2026.
7.2. Appointment Request - Michael Williams - Resolution -Water Safety
Training
Michael Williams is the grandfather of the two children who drowned in Dryden,
Ontario on July 31, 2025. Michael, along with his wife, is lobbying the
provincial government to make water safety training a part of the regular
elementary school curriculum. Attached is a copy of the resolution for Council
to support.
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council of the City of Niagara Falls urge the Government of Ontario,
through the Ministry of Education, to incorporate mandatory water safety and
Swim-to-Survive training into the elementary school curriculum for all Ontario
students AND,
THAT a copy of the attached resolution be forwarded to the Honourable
Minister of Education of Ontario, local Members of Provincial Parliament, the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario and all Ontario municipalities, with a
request for their endorsement.
Carried Unanimously
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Water Safety Resolution October 2025
7.3. Councillor Pietrangelo left the meeting at 5:14 PM and returned at 6:09 PM, as
he had declared a conflict of interest to Item #7.3 and Item #7.4.
Presentation - Fire Master Plan (FMP) and Community Risk Assessment
(CRA)
Blaine Lucas, President & CEO from 308 Consulting & Strategy Group Inc,
provided a detailed presentation to Council pertaining to Fire's Community Risk
Assessment (CRA) and the Fire Master Plan (FMP). The plans provide a
comprehensive, evidence-based framework to ensure the Niagara Falls Fire
Department continues to meet the needs of a growing and changing
community. The plans focus on prevention, public education, and emergency
response, ensuring that services keep pace with community growth and
evolving needs. They'll also guide future investments in training, equipment,
and fire station planning to keep residents and businesses safe.
Moved by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by City Councillor Vince Kerrio
THAT Council RECEIVE the presentation made by Blaine Lucas, President &
CEO from 308 Consulting & Strategy Group Inc., pertaining to Fire's
Community Risk Assessment (CRA) and the Fire Master Plan (FMP).
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo declared a conflict of
interest).
7.4. CAO-2025-13
Fire Master Plan and Community Risk Assessment (2025-2035)
Councillor Dabrowski left the meeting at 6:02 PM and returned at 6:08 PM.
Councillor Patel left the meeting at 6:07 PM and returned at 6:08 PM.
Moved by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by City Councillor Vince Kerrio
THAT Council RECEIVE Report CAO-2025-13 and DEFER any further actions
to a future Council meeting.
Carried Unanimously
7.5. Presentation - Technology and Digital Master Plan Discovery Summary
Perry Group Consulting Ltd has completed a Technology and Digital Master
plan for the City of Niagara Falls. Perry Group helps municipalities maximize
opportunities to use technology in transformative ways. The presentation is to
summarize key findings from discovery phase and highlight strategic risks and
opportunities along with next steps for the strategized phase.
Susan Chase, Project Lead Consultant for Perry Group Ltd., provided a virtual
presentation entitled "Technology and Digital Master Plan Discovery
Summary."
The Plan provides a roadmap to:
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•Improve citizen services
•Modernize technology infrastructure
•Foster innovation
•Enhance collaboration
•Build an Information Services team for the digital future
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council RECEIVE the presentation led by Susan Chase, Project Lead
Consultant for Perry Group Ltd., entitled "Technology and Digital Master Plan
Discovery Summary."
Carried Unanimously
8. PLANNING MATTERS
Greg Taras, of 4701 St. Clair Avenue, addressed Council regarding By-law 2025-125
(AM-2024-011). Mr. Taras addressed the fact that the sunset clause may not be
appropriate in this situation as it would be detrimental for the property to revert back to
the current industrial zoning given the policies of the Garner Secondary Plan and the
type of development in the surrounding neighbourhood, i.e. schools, residential,
neighbourhood commercial.
Kira Dolch, General Manager of Planning, Building and Development, addressed Mr.
Taras' questions, supporting the justification of the sunset clause.
8.1. PBD-2025-55 - PUBLC MEETING
Minor Zoning By-law Amendment, AM-2025-017, 5763 Desson Avenue
and PID 30700
The Planning Public Meeting commenced at 6:45 PM.
Jessica Abraham, Planner 1, provided an overview of Report PBD-2025-55.
Jennifer Vida, acting as the agent, was present to address any questions of
Council and to support the application as presented.
The Planning Public Meeting closed at 6:53 PM.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by City Councillor Vince Kerrio
1. THAT Council APPROVE the Minor Zoning By-law Amendment to
permit a Vacation Rental Unit (VRU) within the existing single detached
dwelling and to recognize the existing site-specific setbacks at 5763
Desson Avenue as detailed in this report.
2. THAT Council APPROVE the Minor Zoning By-law Amendment to
convert a large garage accessory building in the back of the lot on the
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southern lot to a residential dwelling for the use of one Vacation Rental
Unit and to recognize the existing site-specific setbacks through site
specific DTC zoning.
Carried Unanimously
8.2. PBD-2025-56 - PUBLIC MEETING
Minor Zoning By-law Amendment Application to permit a Vacation Rental
Unit (VRU) at 4991 Kitchener Street
The Planning Public Meeting commenced at 6:58 PM.
Chris Roome, Planner 2, provided an overview of Report PBD-2025-56.
Emilie Brodeur, Planner at Land Pro Planning Solutions, acting as the agent
representing the applicant was present to answer any questions of Council and
was in support of the application.
The Planning Public Meeting closed at 7:03 PM.
Moved by City Councillor Vince Kerrio
Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT Council APPROVE the Minor Zoning By-law Amendment to permit the
use of the lands as a Vacation Rental Unit (VRU), subject to the regulations
outlined in this report.
Carried Unanimously
9. REPORTS
9.1 RCF-2025-16
Single Use Plastic Beverage Containers
Frank Fohr, local resident and member of the Environmental Action Committee, made
a presentation before Council, supporting the Report RCF-2025-16. Mr. Fohr spoke in
support of Council's decision in the past, to eliminate the sale of all plastic beverage
containers at City-owned facilities.
Marty Petrullo, local resident, addressed Council addressing his concerns regarding
the safety of our City water.
Moved by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council EXPLORE a more flexible policy, one that continues to promote
sustainability while also supporting and polling the public; AND to EXPLORE additional
options of providing single-use containers at city facilities for consideration at a future
meeting.
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Ayes: Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Lori
Lococo, Councillor Mona Patel, Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg,
Councillor Chris Dabrowski, and City Councillor Vince Kerrio
Nays: Councillor Tony Baldinelli
Carried (Councillor Baldinelli opposed) 7-1 on a recorded vote
9.2. RCF-2025-17
The Armoury Building - 5049 Victoria Avenue
Kathy Moldenhauer, General Manager of Recreation, Culture and Facilities,
introduced Report RCF-2025-17 providing context of the recommendations as
presented.
Several speakers (5 minute maximum each) in Chambers addressed Council
regarding the Armoury Building:
Jim Doherty, President, Niagara Military Musuem, introduced LCol (retired)
Stan Grabstas and David Sloan, Niagara Military Museum Business and
Strategic Planning.
David introduced a strategic plan for the next 5 years and a long-term
business plan for working on financial problems.
Stan Grabstas addressed Council speaking of the business plan and the
strategic plan speaking about the capital concerns raised in the report.
Beth Chapman, spoke in support of the Niagara Military Museum, and shared
her positive experiences with the Army Cadet program.
Sarah Ward, Niagara Falls resident and Niagara Military Musuem Steering
Committee member, addressed Council speaking about her discussions
pertaining to grant options.
Michael Booth, President, Lundy's Lane Historical Society, addressed Council
reading out comments submitted from Diane Rose, relaying the importance of
the Cadet program.
Councillor Pietrangelo left the meeting at 8:20 PM and returned at 8:22 PM.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Staff will continue to support the Museum in identifying sustainable
options but the City will not move forward with declaring the Armoury Building
as surplus to reduce financial burden and align with asset management goals.
Carried Unanimously
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT the Armoury Steering Committee meet with staff to discuss and plan for
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their extension, business plan, strategic plan and asset management plan and
to further explore revenue opportunities , grant, sponsorships and donors and
to look for efficiency savings and programming and any other relevant matters
that come forward; AND THAT collectively, the committee along with staff, will
bring to Council a fullsome recommendation that Council can support and
budget.
Carried Unanimously
9.3. Mayor Jim Diodati, left the meeting at 8:40 PM and Councillor Pietrangelo
resumed as Chair. Mayor Diodati returned at 8:50 PM and resumed as Chair.
MW-2025-24
Development of a Five-Year Roads and Pavement Plan
Erik Nickel, General Manager of Municipal Works, delivered a presentation to
Council.
City Council has endorsed the development of a Five-Year Roads and
Pavement Plan, Operation Smooth Roads, to guide future investments in road
repair, resurfacing, and maintenance across Niagara Falls.
Building on the City's Asset Management Plan and public feedback gathered
through the Levels of Service review, Staff conducted a detailed analysis of
local road conditions to identify priorities and funding needs. The goal is to
create a sustainable approach to maintaining roads in good condition and
addressing the backlog of required improvements.
Council also endorsed desired service levels for City roadways and directed
Staff to report back annually on progress. A detailed, street-by-street five-year
plan will be developed following future budget discussions and is expected to
be presented in fall 2026.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
1. THAT Council RECEIVE report MW-2025-24 and accompanying
presentation pertaining to the development of a five-year roads and
pavement plan.
2. THAT Council ENDORSE the objective of achieving sustainable
roadway program funding and desired service levels in the future as
outlined in this report.
3. THAT Council DEFER the funding strategies for the purposes of
reaching a sustainable annual program budgets as part of future Tax
Levy Supported Budget deliberations.
4. That Council DIRECT Staff to report back annually on the status of the
five-year roads and pavement plan.
Carried Unanimously
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10. CONSENT AGENDA
10.1. CAO-2025-14
Request of Downtown BIA funds for the Santa Claus parade
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
THAT Council APPROVE the transfer of$15,000 from the Downtown BIA
unspent levy being held in reserve to offset the cost of the Santa Claus Parade
Carried Unanimously
10.2. CS-2025-57
Declare Surplus Part of 7036 McLeod Road and Transfer to The Region
Our File: 2025-043
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
1. That Council AUTHORIZE that part of 7036 McLeod Road (the "Lands") as
shown outlined in red on Attachment 1 attached hereto be declared surplus.
2. That Council AUTHORIZE that the requirements in the City's Sale of Land
By-law to obtain an appraisal of the Lands and to give notice to the public of
the proposed sale be dispensed with.
3. That Council AUTHORIZE the transfer of the Lands to The Regional
Municipality of Niagara, for nominal consideration.
4. That Council AUTHORIZE the Chief Administrative Officer and City Solicitor,
or their designates, to execute all documentation and take steps necessary to
carry out Recommendations 1, 2 and 3.
Carried Unanimously
10.3. CS-2025-58
Declare Surplus Part of 5616 Ellen Avenue, Municipal Parking Lot #4
Our File: 2025-028
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
1. THAT Council AUTHORIZE that part of 5616 Ellen Avenue, being part of
Municipal Parking Lot #4 (the "Lands") as shown outlined in red on Attachment
1 attached hereto, be declared surplus to the City's needs.
2. THAT Council AUTHORIZE that the portion of 5616 Ellen Avenue shown
outlined in red on Attachment 1 be offered for sale to the adjacent owner,
2506739 Ontario Inc. for fair market value.
3. THAT Council AUTHORIZE the City Solicitor and Chief Administrative
Officer, or their designate, to execute all documentation and take whatever
steps necessary to carry out Recommendation 1 and 2.
Carried Unanimously
10.4. MW-2025-25
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Strategic Asset Management Policy Update
Moved by Councillor Mona Patel
Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
1. THAT Council APPROVE an update to the City's Strategic Asset
Management Policy #340.01 prepared in accordance with Ontario
Regulation 588/17; and,
2. THAT Council DIRECT Staff to make the Strategic Asset Management
Policy publicly available on the City's website.
Carried Unanimously
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
11.1. Illumination Request - Giving Tuesday - Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Council, at its meeting of October 7, 2025, approved the request to proclaim
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 as "Giving Tuesday" in the City of Niagara Falls.
The founder of the Niagara Gives movement, is requesting Council to approve
illuminating City Hall in Red & White on December 2nd, 2025 as part of the 5th
Annual "#NiagaraLightsUpTogether" illumination campaign.
Recommendation: THAT Council approve the illumination of City Hall in red
and white on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 as part of the illumination campaign,
supporting "Giving Tuesday."
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT Council APPROVE the illumination of City Hall in red and white on
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 as part of the illumination campaign, supporting
"Giving Tuesday."
Carried Unanimously
12. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
12.1. Memo from Manager of Policy Planning
Attached is a memo from the Manager of Policy Planning regarding AM-2024-
011, 7302 Kalar Road Holding Provisions. By-laws associated with the
application are attached to this agenda for review and approval.
Recommendation: THAT Council RECEIVE for information.
12.2. Resolution - Township of Larder Lake - Request for Extension of
Certification Deadlines under Ontario Regulation 343/22
Attached is a resolution passed by the Township of Larder Lake regarding a
Request for Extension of Certification Deadlines under Ontario Regulation
343/22.
Recommendation: THAT Council RECEIVE for Information.
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Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council RECEIVE FOR INFORMATION Item #12.1 and Item #12.2.
Carried Unanimously
13. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
13.1 Letter of Request -Angelo Marino - 4500 Montrose Road - Sewer line
installation
Attached is a letter addressed to Council, requesting the City cover half of the cost for
the sewer line installation at the business property of 4500 Montrose Road.
Recommendation: For Council's Consideration.
Moved by Councillor Chris Dabrowski
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council agree to cover half of the cost of the sewer line installation pertaining to
4500 Montrose Road.
Ayes: Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Tony
Baldinelli, Councillor Mona Patel, Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg,
Councillor Chris Dabrowski, and City Councillor Vince Kerrio
Nays: Councillor Lori Lococo
Carried (Councillor Lococo opposed). 7-1 on a recorded vote
13.2. Downtown Committee - Recommendation to Fill Vacancy
Attached is a memo from Dean Spironello, Economic Development Officer,
informing Council of a recommendation to fill the current vacancy on the
Downtown Committee.
Recommendation: THAT Council APPOINT Dr. David Gray from the
University of Niagara Falls to the Downtown Committee.
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Mona Patel
THAT Council APPOINT Dr. David Gray from the University of Niagara Falls to
the Downtown Committee.
Carried Unanimously
14. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA
a Ratification of In-Camera
Councillor Pietrangelo declared a conflict of interest to Report, INC-2025-26.
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by City Councillor Vince Kerrio
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THAT Council DIRECT staff to no longer consider the City owned property located at
2430 Mewburn Road as the future site for a City-owned cemetery.
Ayes: Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Tony Baldinelli, Councillor Mona
Patel, Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg, Councillor Chris Dabrowski,
and City Councillor Vince Kerrio
Nays: Councillor Lori Lococo
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo declared a conflict and Councillor
Lococo was opposed). 6-1 on a recorded vote
15. MOTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
15.1. Motion -Automated Speed Enforcement
Attached is a motion submitted by Councillor Lori Lococo regarding automated
speed enforcement.
Direction to Staff: That Staff come back with alternate options to address the
matter of speed enforcement within the City of Niagara Falls.
Notice of Motion - Automated Speed Enforcement Sept 16 2025 - from
Councillor Lococo
15.2. Motion - Councillor Lococo - AMCTO Resolution: Automated Speed
Enforcement Advocacy
Attached is a motion submitted by Councillor Lococo, from AMCTO pertaining
to Automated Speed Enforcement Advocacy
Moved by Councillor Lori Lococo
THAT the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Transportation, allow
municipalities to explore options as to what would make sense within their
respective cities regarding Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) programs.
Not put
Automated Speed Enforcement AMCTO Oct 7 2025
15.3. Motion - Work from Home Policy
Attached is a motion submitted by Councillor Nieuwesteeg regarding a review
of the work from home policy.
Moved by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT City Staff review the corporate work-from-home policy and report back to
Council as to how the City will be moving back toward a full-time, in-office work
environment with recommendations for provisions which may be granted
temporarily to allow for special circumstances.
Carried Unanimously
Motion - from Councillor Nieuwesteeo - work from home policy review 10 25
16. NOTICE OF MOTION
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16.1. Notice of Motion - Honouring Rob Nicholson
Attached is a Notice of Motion submitted by Councillor Mike Strange pertaining
to the naming of a section of the Niagara, St.Catharines & Toronto (NS&T)
Trail, to honour and recognize Rob Nicholson on behalf of his community.
Moved by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
Seconded by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
THAT Council waive the procedural by-law to allow for the discussion of the
notice of motion submitted by Councillor Mike Strange regarding the honouring
of Rob Nicholson.
Carried Unanimously
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg
THAT Council APPROVE a section of the Niagara, St. Catharines & Toronto
Trail (NS &T), from Meadowvale to Drummond Road, be named for the
honourable Rob Nicholson on behalf of his community.
Carried Unanimously
Notice of Motion - from Councillor Strange - honouring Rob Nicholson
17. NEW BUSINESS
a) Niagara Falls Pumpkin Trail - Firemen's Park
Councillor Lococo mentioned the 1st annual Pumpkin Trail, that is being held at
Firemen's Park on November 1, 2025 from 5:30 - 7 PM. Bring your carved
pumpkins to Firemen's Park and they will be lit that evening. Walker Industries
to remove them to compost all of the pumpkins at the end of the evening. You
can drop off your Jack-O'-Lanterns between 12 PM and 2 PM.
b) Rooming and boarding houses
Councillor Lococo brought forth the matter of rooming and boarding houses.
Kira Dolch, General Manager of Planning, Building and Development
responded to the Councillor's questions speaking of zoning challenges.
Direction to Staff: For Staff to come back with a report with options pertaining
to rooming and boarding houses within the City.
c) Fireworks - Personal Use of fireworks in Niagara Falls
Direction to Staff: For Staff to report back to Council a review of the fireworks
by-law and to address the times of which fireworks can be used.
d) Streaming of Council meetings - Cogeco
Councillor Nieuwesteeg brought forth the matter of having Cogeco stream our
Council meetings for our viewers.
Direction to staff: For Staff to explore the use of Cogeco to stream our Council
meetings.
e) Payment in Lieu (PIL) Report
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Councillor Pietrangelo was following up with a matter brought forth at the July
29, 2025 Council meeting, pertaining to the Payment in Lieu (PIL) process and
how it applies to Niagara Parks Commission properties.
Direction to Staff: Staff to report back on current status of NPC properties to
include which ones are NPC-owned versus tenanted, and of the tenanted
properties, identify who pays the development charges, permit fees and city
taxes.
18. BY-LAWS
2025- A by-law to amend By-law 2019-004, Council's Procedural by-law, with respect
121. to the yearly Schedule of Meetings.
2025- A by-law provides for the adoption of Amendment No. 186 to the City of
122. Niagara Falls Official Plan (AM-2025-002).
2025- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the Lands for the
123. development of a 6 storey, mixed-use building with 73 dwelling units, subject to
a 3-year sunset clause. (AM-2025-002).
2025- A by-law to provide for the adoption of Amendment No. 189 to the City of
124. Niagara Falls Official Plan (AM-2024-011).
2025- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200 to permit the use of the Lands for 13 and
125. 15 storey apartment dwellings with 412 dwelling units and to protect a tributary
of Warren Creek and its associated floodplain, subject to a 3-year sunset
clause (AM-2024-011).
2025- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of the City Council at its
126. meeting held on the 28th day of October, 2025.
Moved by Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange
THAT the by-laws be read a first, second and third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously
19. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Mike Strange
Seconded by Councillor Tony Baldinelli
THAT Council ADJOURN the meeting at 10:05 PM.
Carried Unanimously
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City Clerk
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