The City of Thunder Bay seeks proposals from qualified firms to supply water treatment chemicals for its Water Treatment Plant. The work includes delivering and unloading the chemicals in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The solicitation is open, with proposals due October 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EDT.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Thunder Bay
Quality of Life Standing Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee received the 2025 Accessibility Progress Report regarding inclusive community efforts. Members discussed the Winter Operations Snow Gate Attachment review, referring the item to Administration for the development of a pilot program and associated budget implications. Additionally, the Roads Drainage Review was evaluated and subsequently referred to the Growth Standing Committee for the creation of a formalized ditch and culvert inspection program.
Finance and Administration Standing Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the Q2 financial status update for the 2026 Operating Budget. They recommended replacing the Corporate Credit Card Policy with a new proposed version. A report regarding parking concerns and traffic history in the River Terrace area was presented. Additionally, the committee endorsed the approval of a Code of Conduct for Members of Local Boards, Advisory and Adjudicative Committees. Finally, a sign variance application for oversized wall signs at 1020 Dawson Road was approved.
The meeting focused on procedural adjustments for a Special Committee of the Whole Closed Session. The body approved amendments to change the meeting start time to 5:00 p.m. and expanded the scope of the closed session to include additional justifications such as security of municipal property, solicitor-client privilege, and the discussion of trade secrets, commercial, and financial information.
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