Council

THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting of October 14, 2025 be adopted and circulated as read.

THAT Council hereby proclaim November as Woman Abuse Prevention Month; and THAT the Leeds and Grenville Interval House flag be flown at Tunnel Bay from November 25th - December 11th, 2025 in recognition of the 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.

THAT Council approve the request from the Brockville Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) to declare the event "Miracle on King Street," which will be held on King Street West from Perth Street to Bethune Street on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to be an event of "Municipal Significance" for the purpose of issuing a Special Occasion Permit required by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), subject to all necessary permits and approvals being obtained, and in compliance with all applicable City of Brockville By-laws.

THAT the resignation of Peter Glazier from the Brockville Airport Commission be accepted; and Page 2 of 12 City of Brockville Council Meeting Minutes – Tuesday, October 28, 2025 THAT the necessary bylaw be enacted.

THAT Council receive the recommendation of the Integrity Commissioner's Report dated October 20, 2025, and direct the Governance Committee to issue a letter of reprimand to Mayor Wren on behalf of Council. For: Councillor Wales, Councillor Deery, Councillor Earle, Councillor Fullarton, Councillor Hobbs, Councillor Kalivas, and Councillor Severson

THAT the following items, as listed on the General Committee agenda are recommended by the Committee to be passed by Consent Agenda: 1. 2025-170 Municipal Anti-Racism Action Plan THAT Report No. 2025-170 be received. 2 2025-154 Capital Dock Replacement Procurement 250040 THAT additional expenses in the amount of $31,232 be approved to complete the procurement of:  Part A - Sparrow Island dock 18, and  Part B - St. Lawrence Park service dock of public tender 250040; and THAT the additional expenses be funded by debt. 3. 2025-155 Emergency Management Program and By-law THAT the Emergency Response Plan be adopted in accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act; and THAT the necessary by-law be enacted. 4. 2025-168 2025/2026 Winter Maintenance Policy THAT the Winter Maintenance Policy Schedules for Roadway and Sidewalk routes be approved as presented in this report. 5. 2025-172 Pedestrian Bridge at Elm St. Brock Trail Page 4 of 12 City of Brockville Council Meeting Minutes – Tuesday, October 28, 2025 THAT staff be directed to prepare a capital business case for the 2026 budget to include the additional funding required to complete a full replacement of the Elm Street pedestrian bridge (Brock Trail). 6. 2025-166 King St. Rehabilitation and Beautification Overview THAT Council receive staff report 2025-166 - King St. Rehabilitation and Beautification Overview for information; and THAT council direct staff to prepare a 2026 capital budget business case to comp

WHEREAS reliable passenger rail service is a vital component of regional connectivity, economic development, and social inclusion for the residents of Brockville and surrounding communities; and WHEREAS the recent decision by VIA Rail Canada, its postponement notwithstanding, to reduce service to only one train per day between Brockville and Montreal, and vice versa, significantly diminishes access for post-secondary students, seniors, tourists, business travellers, and remote workers who depend on frequent and flexible rail options; and WHEREAS the City of Brockville’s Official Plan emphasizes the importance of multimodal transportation systems that support sustainable growth, enhance mobility, and strengthen intercity connections, particularly along the Toronto–Quebec corridor; and WHEREAS the Official Plan further identifies transportation infrastructure as a key enabler of economic vitality, tourism development, and equitable access to services and opportunities; and WHEREAS Brockville’s strategic location between Toronto and Montreal positions it as a critical node in Eastern Ontario’s transportation network, and reduced rail service undermines the city’s ability to attract investment, retain talent, and support regional collaboration; and WHEREAS any reduction in service disproportionately affects smaller municipalities along the corridor, creating inequities in access and mobility that contradict national transportation goals and regional development strategies; NOW TH

THAT additional expenses in the amount of $175,000 required to purchase and install a modular washroom at the corner of Water St. and Market St. W. be approved; and THAT the additional expenses be funded by debt. For: Mayor Wren, Councillor Wales, Councillor Earle, Councillor Fullarton, Councillor Hobbs, and Councillor Severson Against: Councillor Deery and Councillor Kalivas

THAT Bylaws Numbered 076-2025 to 078-2025 be introduced and the same be now read a first, second and third time, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed with the Seal of the Corporation and be recorded.

THAT pursuant to Municipal Act, 2001, Section 239 Sub. 2 (c) and (k)Council resolve itself Closed Session at 7:34 p.m., closed to the public to consider: 1. a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; specifically, 10 John St and 36-46 King Street West; and 2. A position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to negotiations, specifically Servicing Extension and the Friends of the Brockville Museum.

THAT the Closed Meeting of Council adjourn and the Open Session resume at 8:14 p.m.

THAT Bylaw Number 079-2025 to confirm the Proceedings of Council at its meeting held on October 28, 2025 be read a first, second and third time, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed with the Seal of the Corporation and be recorded.

THAT Council adjourn its proceedings until the next regular meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025.