The committee meeting addressed several key business items. Presentations were received regarding the Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team Primary Care Outreach and a report from the Waterfront Development Advisory Committee. Additionally, the committee discussed a Development Charges Report, recommending that the City decline participation in the Province of Ontario's Development Charges Reduction Program due to negative financial implications. The Waterfront Development Advisory Committee also presented its final report, recommending that the City market waterfront development lands for lease or sale.
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The Council meeting involved discussions and resolutions regarding various municipal business items. Key topics included the approval of several by-laws related to user fees, procurement policies, water utility regulations, and business licensing. The council reviewed reports on financial reserve transfers, appointed municipal enforcement officers, and discussed traffic and infrastructure matters, such as the Fraser Street traffic configuration and off-road motorcycle usage on the Algonquin Trail. Additionally, updates were provided on community projects, including the Sportsplex facility, and the council conducted closed sessions to discuss land acquisitions, lease agreements, and legal/financial matters.
Sep 1, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Finance & Administration Committee Agenda
The meeting agenda includes the review of fire department operations, specifically the monthly reports for July and August, the presentation of the 2025 annual fire report, and a discussion regarding the Water and Sanitary Sewer Rate Relief Policy. Additionally, the committee will address standard procedural items including disclosures of pecuniary interest, presentations, and delegations.
Aug 11, 2026·Board meeting
Combined Committee Combined Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed a resident-led proposal to return Fraser Street to two-way traffic, directing staff to assess feasibility. They deliberated on a request from the Township of Laurentian Valley to ban off-road motorcycles on the Algonquin Trail. Additionally, the committee reviewed the unaudited 2025 financial results and recommendations for the allocation of the accumulated surplus. Updates to municipal user fees were also considered, with a proposal to link future fee adjustments to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
