Council Meeting

That Council approve the request by the Kincardine Legion Branch 183 for the installation of a commemorative crosswalk titled “Lest We Forget” at the intersection of Lambton Street and Huron Terrace, on the west side crossing; and That Council approve a 2026 budget amendment of $9,800 for the crosswalk funded from the Contingency Reserve.

That Council approve the updated Petitions Policy and repeal Petitions Policy GG. 3.13 as amended.

That Council receive the progress report. and Further, that Council authorizes the establishment of a terms of reference for a Housing Committee, with a mandate to provide input and guidance to staff in the preparation of Housing Action Plan 2.0 for Council’s consideration.

That the following be removed from the motion: "and Further, that Council authorizes the establishment of a terms of reference for a Housing Committee, with a mandate to provide input and guidance to staff in the preparation of Housing Action Plan 2.0 for Council’s consideration."

Whereas the Short Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) By-law 2026 - 018 was

Whereas housing affordability continues to be a significant concern for residents, businesses and the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine; and Whereas improving housing diversity and affordability is critical for strengthening the local economy, attracting new talent, enhancing community attachment and well being, retaining youth and young families and supports long-term community sustainability; Therefore be it resolved that Council requests that Mayor Craig establish a Housing Ad-Hoc Committee, with a terms of reference that could include actions such as: Reviewing and confirming existing gaps in the local housing continuum. Developing a policy with prioritization criteria to assist in evaluating affordable housing proposals for municipality-owned surplus land. Identifying a clear step by step pathway, that can be replicated as needed, to move from a surplus declaration to a housing build on Municipally-owned land. Reviewing and updating the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund policy. Utilizing existing reports and plans (such as the Flourish report, the BuildingIn analysis, the Bruce County Affordable Housing toolkit, the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force report etc.) and consulting with private, public and non-profit sectors to refresh and update a Municipal Housing Action Plan with priority recommendations for Council consideration. Other actions as directed by Mayor and Council

That Council approve a Community Investment Grant to the Kincardine Community Concert Band in the amount of $1000, being funded with $250 coming from the Community Investment Grant fund and $750 coming from the contingency reserve.

That the capital budget is being amended to include $30,000 for the purchase of a solar‑powered FlashBoard, to be funded from the Contingency Reserve.

That the “Appointment By-law Enforcement Officers (Municipal Support Services Inc.) 2026 By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 026.

That the following By-laws are hereby read a first, second and third time, and finally passed this 11th day of March, 2026: 1. Petition Policy By-law 2026 - 027; and 2. Managed IT Services Contract By-law 2026 - 028.

That Council approve the recommendations contained in the consent agenda dated March 11, 2026 and direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.

That Council move into closed session pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended for the purpose of considering: 1) The Closed Session minutes dated January 28, 2026 and February 11, 2026; 2) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or Local Board employees, or potential appointees to a Local Board, Ad-Hoc Committee, or other municipally controlled organization (Physician Recruitment Agreement); 3) Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or Local Board employees, or potential appointees to a Local Board, Ad-Hoc Committee, or other municipally controlled organization (CAO Recruitment Update); and Further, that Council return to Regular open meeting upon completion.

That the “Dr. Altaf Physician Agreement (2026) By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 029.

That the By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine of March 11, 2026 be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 030.

That this Regular Council Meeting adjourns at 7:34 p.m.