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Chesterton Lane to Lee Street About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Remove and repair concrete curbs, Adjust manholes, and Repave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. Road work begins August 21 Road work is expected to start on or about Tuesday, August 21 and continue for approximately two weeks, weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be a lane reduction on Starwood Drive, however, two-way traffic will be maintained. Driveway access will be maintained Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in the construction area during working hours (7 a.m.–7 p.m.) Construction activities and equipment movement may temporarily impact access to private property and delays should be expected. City services There will… Continue reading Construction notice: Starwood Drive paving starts August 21

Attention:  Home Builder As per information conveyed previously, the City will not be arranging nor paying for the mandatory radon testing of new homes built in accordance with radon compliance option #1  this coming winter. This affects all new homes in which occupancy was granted after January 31, 2018 and approximately 16 homes which failed to deploy the testing kits last winter. As the permit holder, it will be your responsibility to ensure the radon test is conducted through a certified laboratory and submitted to the City for all homes in which radon option #1 has been chosen. In early November, we will provide a list of homes requiring mandatory testing in which occupancy was granted after January 31, 2018, as well as the homes… Continue reading Radon testing of new homes – Mandatory Testing

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Reports None Intergovernmental Consultations None Correspondence City of Hamilton Resolution re: Cannabis Grace Period Grand Actions, July Issue Boards and Committees None Items available in the Clerk’s Office None

Guelph, Ont., July 23, 2018 – Over the Civic long weekend, on Saturday, August 4, the City will host its annual John Galt Day festivities featuring free activities and family-friendly entertainment in Guelph’s Market Square. “John Galt Day is a true community celebration,” says Bill Nuhn, manager of Theatres and Civic Events for the City. “We invite the community to join in the festivities and celebrate our great city!” From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the City invites the public to experience: Comedy and tricks by Bob Cates, the Canadian juggling champion Aerial theatrics by Theatre Arcturus KIAM, this year’s Artist in Residence team Face painting by Cleo the Clown and her Painting Pals T-shirt printing by Jeff Mann of TREAD ON IT! (bring an… Continue reading Celebrate John Galt Day at Market Square on August 4

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – August 9, 2018, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Current Applications  B-9/18 and B-10/18 1 and 15 Stevenson Street North and 8 William Street A-62/18 52-54 Nottingham Street A-63/18 585 Hanlon Creek Boulevard

The City of Guelph is pleased with Guelph/Eramosa Township Council’s decision to decline Xinyi Glass Canada Ltd.’s development application based on current zoning of the proposed development site for dry industrial use. This decision addresses our concerns about the water-taking volumes proposed by XinYi in relation to the definition of dry industrial use. We will continue to follow this file and to participate in any further formal processes regarding a development application at this site.

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole –  Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Closed Meeting – 1:00 p.m. Litigation Update  IDE-2018-82 Acquisition of 110 Gordon Street under the Downtown Secondary Plan Parkland  Open Meeting – 2 p.m. Presentations: University of Guelph “2017 Top Co-Op Employer” Award – City of Guelph Water Services Department  Standing Committee on Energy Efficiency (SC-EE) for the National… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – July 3, 2018

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Guelph, Ont., June 25, 2018–  Mayor Cam Guthrie will present Mayor’s Awards to five local volunteers and community-builders on June 28 as part of the Guelph Awards of Excellence gala. Mayor’s Awards have been presented each year since 1997 to recognize individuals who are making exceptional contributions to the Guelph community. The 2018 honourees are: Anne Godfrey, a community leader, member of several local boards, mentor, and volunteer who served six terms on Guelph City Council from 1975-85. Anne played key roles in the establishment of the River Run Centre and the Willowdale day care centre and served on the boards of the Children’s Aid Society, the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Big Sisters, the Guelph Arts Council, Women In Crisis, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Homewood… Continue reading Local citizens to be honoured with Mayor’s Awards

Downey Road to City limits The City of Guelph is hosting an open house to present plans for construction of the Niska Road Bridge, between Downey Road and the City limits. Thursday, July 5, 2018 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fred A. Hamilton Public School 160 Ironwood Road, Guelph, N1G 3R4 Why come to the open house? Following the December 12, 2017 public open house, the City of Guelph will be starting construction of a Bowstring Arch Truss across the Speed River on Niska Road. This is your opportunity to view the final project information, including maps and schedules, and to ask questions about traffic impacts and property access. You’re encouraged to provide comments and feedback to City staff and consultants at the open house.… Continue reading Open house notice: Niska Road Bridge open house takes place July 5

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday,  June 25, 2018 – 5:00 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Closed Meeting Items CS-2018-51 2018 Public Appointments to Wellbeing Grant Panel and Guelph Sports Hall of Fame CAO-2018-15 Wastewater Services Administrative Building Panels OPSEU Bargaining Mandate CAO Performance Evaluation Open Meeting – 6:30 p.m.  Committee of the Whole Consent Report CS-2018-21 2017 Consolidated Financial Statements and External Audit Findings Report  CS-2018-03 Investment Standards… Continue reading City Council – June 25, 2018

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One of 10 awarded $250,000 on road to $10 million prize Guelph, Ont., June 1, 2018 – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced finalists in the national Smart Cities Challenge today, with the Guelph-Wellington County entry named one of 10 in its population category and awarded $250,000 to further develop its bid for a $10 million prize. The Guelph-Wellington bid is entered in the category for communities with populations up to 500,000, which drew more than 100 proposals. It was developed in partnership with the University of Guelph, Conestoga College and dozens of other experts, entrepreneurs, innovators and community champions. As a finalist, Guelph-Wellington will continue work with partners in the bid to win one of two $10 million prizes to be announced by the federal… Continue reading Guelph-Wellington named finalist in Canada’s Smart Cities Challenge

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, June 11 2018 – 6:30 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting Council Consent Agenda IDE-2018-70 1888 Gordon Street Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment (Files OP1701 and ZC1701) Ward 6 IDE-2018-79 Request for an Extension of Draft Plan Approval 1023 Victoria Road South (Phase 4 of Kortright East Subdivision) File:  23T-01508) IDE-2018-80 Request for an Extension of Draft Plan Approval… Continue reading June 11, 2018 – Council Planning

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Imagine a food system where there’s no such thing as waste, every citizen has access to healthy food, and new businesses are created as a result The City of Guelph and County of Wellington will build Canada’s first circular food economy: enhancing access to nutritious food, turning “waste” into resources, and creating new jobs and economic opportunities. This vision was unveiled today at the Arrell Food Summit in Guelph and Toronto, and is part of the Guelph-Wellington 50x50x50 by 2025 initiative: increasing access to affordable, nutritious food by 50%, creating 50 new circular businesses and collaborations and increasing circular economic revenues by 50% by recognizing the value of “waste” — all by 2025. “Guelph-Wellington already enjoys the reputation of being a hub of food innovation… Continue reading Guelph-Wellington is creating Canada’s first circular food economy

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, May 14, 2018 – 6:30 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street   Open Meeting Council Consent Agenda CS-2018-48 Eat Street: A Brewers Feast Request for Designation as an Event of Municipal Significance Public Meeting to Hear Applications under Sections 17, 34 and 51 of the Planning Act IDE-2018-59 300 Water Street Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Files: OP1707/ZC1712 Ward 5 IDE-2018-63… Continue reading May 14, 2018 – Council Planning

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole –  Monday, May 7, 2018 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting – 2 p.m. Presentations: Presentation of the GLOBE Service Large Municipal Trailblazer Climate Leadership Award  Consent Agenda – Infrastructure, Development and Enterprise IDE-2018.58 2017  Building Permit Revenue and Expenditures, Building Stabilization Reserve Fund and Annual Setting of Building Permit Fees  IDE-2018-38  139 Morris Street Brownfield Tax Increment… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – May 7, 2018

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Have your say between until May 3 The next phase of the Parkland Dedication Bylaw review is underway. We invite you to read the draft Parkland Dedication Bylaw and provide comments. The Parkland Dedication Bylaw requires developers to either transfer land to the City to be used as parkland or offer payment in lieu of the land. This bylaw is the City’s way of making sure that as Guelph grows, our parks and open spaces grow with it. Your feedback will help staff develop the final draft bylaw that will go to Council in summer 2018. You can mail or email your comments to Jyoti Pathak, Park Planner with the City of Guelph. Read the draft bylaw For information on the Parkland Dedication Bylaw review,… Continue reading The draft Parkland Dedication Bylaw is now ready for review

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, April 23, 2018 – 6:00 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Closed Meeting Items 2018 Public Appointment to Council Remuneration Advisory Commitee April 2018 Public Appointments to the River Systems and Tourism Advisory Committee Open Meeting – 6:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole Consent Report PS-2018.05 Transit Advisory Committee Terms of Reference PS-2018.06 Regulation of Election Signs  – PS-2018.06 Regulation of Election Signs – Memo … Continue reading City Council – April 23, 2018

Event canceled Attention news, photo and video editors Guelph, Ont., April 10, 2018 – The grand opening of Riverside Park’s nine-hole disc golf course takes place on Saturday, April 14. The City invites media to attend the grand opening, check out the course and take it for a test drive with the local community. City staff will be on hand to answer questions. What The grand opening of the Riverside Park Disc Golf Course. Who City staff will be on-hand to answer questions about how the disc golf course was created and its features, while seasoned players will talk about how to play. Disc golf vendors will sell discs and gear from on-site booths. When – event canceled Saturday, April 14, 2018 11:30 a.m. –… Continue reading Opening of the Riverside Park disc golf course: canceled

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – April 26, 2018, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Current Applications  B-19/14 – 112, 148 and 150 Delhi Street and 49 Emma Street A-57/14 and A-58/14 – 112, 148 and 150 Delhi Street and 49 Emma Street B-8/18 – Part of Block 14, Registered Plan 61M-169 B-9/18 and B-10/18 – 1 and 15 Stevenson Street North and 8 William Street A-34/18 – 8… Continue reading Committee of Adjustment – April 26, 2018

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, April 9, 2018 – 6:30 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street   Open Meeting Council Consent Agenda IDE-2018.50 Built Form Standards for Mid-rise Buildings and Townhouses IDE-2018.51 Urban Design Concept Plans for the Gordon Street Intensification Corridor IDE-2018-54 131 Malcolm Road – Municipal Servicing and Access Agreement Public Meeting to Hear Applications under Sections 17, 34 and 51 of the Planning Act IDE-2018.46 119… Continue reading April 9, 2018 – Council Planning

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – April 12, 2018, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Current Applications  B-7/18 – 320-322 Eastview Road A-25/18 – 546 Woolwich Street A-26/18 – 107 Westra Drive B-17/17 and B-18/17 – 69 Lowes Road A-27/18 – 14 London Road West A-29/18 – 728-732 York Road A-30/18 – 7 Oak Street A-31/18 – 51 Troy Crescent A-32/18 – 14 Mayfair Court B-11/18 and B-12/18… Continue reading Committee of Adjustment – April 12, 2018

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole – Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting – 2 p.m. Presentations: Ontario Age-Friendly Community Recognition Award Guelph Wellington Oral Health Action Committee  Community Health Van  County of Wellington Play Time Update   Consent Agenda – Public Services PS-2018.05 Transit Advisory Committee Terms of Reference PS-2018-06 Regulation of Election Signs PS-2018-09 Taxi By-Law Review and Regulation of… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – April 3, 2018

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, March 19, 2018 – 6:30 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street   Open Meeting Council Consent Agenda IDE-2018-29  7 and  9 Eden Street – Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment File # ZC1618 – Ward 4 Public Meeting to Hear Applications under Sections 17, 34 and 51 of the Planning Act IDE-2018-15  1533-1557 Gordon Street and 34 Lowes Road West Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment File:  ZC1710… Continue reading March 19, 2018 – Council Planning

Reports Yard Maintenance By-law – Procedure Change Guelph Wellington Paramedic Service 2017 Performance Report Intergovernmental Approach: Guelph on the Corridor Intergovernmental Consultations Watershed Planning Guidance Correspondence GRCA Current, March 2018 Town of Halton Hills re: Protection of Municipally-Designated “Whitebelt” Areas Boards and Committees Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes – February 8, 2018 Items available in the Clerk’s Office None

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday,March 26, 2018 – 5:30 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Closed Meeting Items Public Appointment to Guelph Public Library Board of Directors Hanlon Creek Business Park – Potential Disposition of Real Estate Open Meeting – 6:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole Consent Report IDE-2018.32 2017 Annual and Summary Water Services Report IDE-2018.28 Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Reform  IDE-2018.26 Sign By-law Variance – 392 Silvercreek… Continue reading City Council -March 26, 2018

Reports 2017 Corporate Services Council Delegated Actions Tier 1 Projects Q4 2017 Status Update Transfer and Amendment of Car Share Parking Agreement CEI Update Interim Report Source Protection Water Quantity Policies – Community Liaison Group 2017 Legal, Realty and Risk Services Council Designated Actions Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017 (Bill 139) and Proposed Transition Regulations Intergovernmental Consultations Establishment of a Regulation under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002 Regulatory Amendment to Ontario Regulation 344 (Disposable Containers for Milk) Proposed Methodology for Land Needs Assessment for the Greater Golden Horseshoe Guideline on Community Emissions Reduction Planning Proposed Places of Use Regulations under the Cannabis Act, 2017 Changes to the Smoke Free Ontario Act Protecting Water for Future Generations: Growing the Greenbelt in the… Continue reading Information items for the week ending February 23, 2018

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole – Monday, March 5, 2018 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting – 2:00 p.m.  Consent Agenda – Infrastructure, Development and Enterprise IDE-2018.32  2017 Annual and Summary Water Services Report IDE-2018.28 Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Reform  IDE-2018.26 Sign By-Law Variance 392 Silvercreek Parkway North  IDE-2018.27 Sign By-Law Variance 848 Gordon Street  Items for Discussion – Infrastructure, Development and Enterprise St. Andrew’s Presbyterian… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – March 5, 2018

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – March 8, 2018, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Current Applications  A-18/18 – 124 Mary Street A-19/18 – 30 Albert Street A-20/18 – 9 Geddes Crescent A-21/18 – 279 Water Street A-22/18 – 90 Dean Avenue B-6/18 – 116 Lemon Street

Reports None Intergovernmental Consultations Establishment of a Regulation under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002 Regulatory Amendment to Ontario Regulation 344 (Disposable Containers for Milk) Proposed Methodology for Land Needs Assessment for the Greater Golden Horseshoe Guideline on Community Emissions Reduction Planning Proposed Places of Use Regulations under the Cannabis Act, 2017 Changes to the Smoke Free Ontario Act Protecting Water for Future Generations: Growing the Greenbelt in the Outer Ring #CycleON: Action Plan 2.0 Watershed Planning Guidance Correspondence City of Kingston Resolution re: Cannabis Excise Tax Revenue GTA West Transportation Corridor Planning and Environmental Assessment Study, Stage 2 Boards and Committees Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes – January 11, 2018 Items available in the Clerk’s Office None

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, February 26, 2018 – 5:00 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Closed Meeting Items IATSE Bargaining Mandate Guelph Professional Firefighters Association Bargaining Mandate Solid Waste Contract Update CAO-2018-03  Agreements with Guelph Soccer Inc. and Guelph Community Sports Open Meeting – 6:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole Consent Report CS-2018.04 Delegation of Authority – Property Assessment and Taxation CS-2018-05 2018 Tax Bill Layout  PS-2018.02 The… Continue reading City Council – February 26, 2018

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Tuesday, February 13, 2018 – 6:00 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Special Council – Baker District Redevelopment Status Update Guelph Public Library New Main Library Business Case IDE-2018-22   Baker Street Redevelopment Status Update   Refer to meeting details for consolidated agenda. Minutes and audio will be posted following the meeting. Video will be posted if/when available.

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Monday, February 12, 2018 – 6:30 p.m Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street   Open Meeting Council Consent Agenda IDE-2018-14  2018 Development Priorities Plan Summary Public Meeting to Hear Applications under Sections 17, 34 and 51 of the Planning Act IDE-2018-09  120-122 Huron Street – Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment File # ZC1709 – Ward 1 Items for Discussion IDE-2018-01 Downtown, Brownfield and heritage Grant Performance Monitoring: … Continue reading February 12, 2018 – Council Planning

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole – Monday, February 5, 2018 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting – 2:00 p.m.  Consent Agenda – Corporate Services CS-2018.04 Delegation of Authority – Property Assessment and Taxation CS-2018-05 2018 Tax Bill Layout Consent Agenda – Public Services PS-2018.02 The Elliott Community – Consent to Obtain External Financing

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – February 8, 2018, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Current Applications  A-13/18 – 15 Foster Avenue A-14/18 – 5 Gorman Court A-15/18 – 159 Dufferin Street A-16/18 – 415 Elizabeth Street A-17/18 – 78 Yorkshire Street North B-1/18 – 20 Young Street A-1/18 and A-2/18 – 20 Young Street

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole – Monday, January 15, 2018 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting – 2:00 p.m.  Presentations: Recognition of staff involved in the Conestoga College Internationally Trained Professional Internship Program 2017 United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin Joint Union-Management Award Consent Agenda – Infrastructure, Development and Enterprise IDE-2018.02 Faith-Based Institutions:  Response to Council Resolutions IDE-2018-04 Sign By-law Project Charter  IDE-2018.05 Sign By-law… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – January 15, 2018

As part of the 2018 budget, City Council approved a series of rate and fee increases to ensure that the City is able to continue delivering programs and services that meet the community’s expectations. Continue reading City’s 2018 rates and fees released

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – January 11, 2018, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Request for Deferral, Withdrawal or Refund None Current Applications  B-7/17 – 221 Woolwich Street A-31/17 & A-32/17 – 221 Woolwich Street A-49/17 – 229 Woolwich Street B-1/18 – 20 Young Street A-1/18 & A-2/18 – 20 Young Street A-3/18 – 904 Paisley Road A-4/18 – 57 Walman Drive A-5/18 – 92 Clough Crescent… Continue reading Committee of Adjustment – January 11, 2018

                      Guelph, Ontario, December 8, 2017—Investing in public infrastructure supports efficient, affordable and sustainable transit services that help Canadians and their families get to work, school and essential services on time and back home safely at the end of a long day. The governments of Canada and Ontario are making investments that will help create well-paying jobs and grow the middle class now while building a strong foundation for a sustainable economic future. Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, on behalf of the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Liz Sandals, President of the Treasury Board of Ontario and Member of Provincial Parliament for Guelph, and His Worship Cam Guthrie, Mayor of the City of… Continue reading Governments of Canada and Ontario invest in public transit in Guelph

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole – Monday, December 4, 2017 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Open Meeting – 2:00 p.m.  Presentations: Recognition of staff recipients of the Diamond Water Supplier in the 2017 Mercury Tribune Reader’s Choice Awards Recognition of full approval of the City’s Official Plan Amendment – OPA 48 Recognition of staff recipient of the Canadian Parking Association Contributing Member Award Consent Agenda –… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – December 4, 2017

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – December 7, 2017, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Request for Deferral, Withdrawal or Refund None Current Applications  B-15/17 – 561 York Road B-16/17 – 55 and 75 Cityview Drive North A-77/17 – 128 Starwood Drive (with lot addition from a portion of 55 and 75 Cityview Drive North) A-78/17 – 55 and 75 Cityview Drive North B-17/17 and B-18/17 – 69… Continue reading Committee of Adjustment – December 7, 2017

Guelph, Ont., November 15, 2017 – The City of Guelph is pleased to announce MacLennan Jaunkalns Miller Architects (MJMA) as the successful bidder for the South End Community Centre detailed design work. MJMA, a Toronto-based multidisciplinary design firm that specializes in projects that advance personal and civic wellness, was selected from 13 submissions received as part of the City’s Request for Proposal. “We’re excited to work with MJMA—a company that has a 30-year legacy of design excellence in aquatic, arena, sport and recreation projects,” says Heather Flaherty, general manager of Parks and Recreation, adding that MJMA has designed more than 25 facilities across Canada with similar amenities proposed for the South End Community Centre. Over the next few months, the project team, community stakeholders, and MJMA… Continue reading City hires architect for South End Community Centre detailed design

Cenotaph names remember soldiers who died during active military service Guelph, Ont., November 9, 2017 – The names of 31 soldiers who served and died during the first and second World Wars will be added to the Guelph Roll of Honour cenotaph in 2018, decades after making the ultimate sacrifice. In 2014, the City of Guelph received inquiries from community members regarding names of military personnel they considered to be missing from the cenotaph.  This prompted the City to put a call out to  the community to submit names of members of the Canadian Forces from Guelph, who died as a result of their military service, and who are not  already identified on the Roll of Honour. The call for submissions generated 78 names that… Continue reading City of Guelph expands cenotaph Roll of Honour

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of the Whole – Monday, November 6, 2017 Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Closed Meeting – 1:00 p.m. C-COW-CS-2017.1 Fall 2017 Public Appointments to Various Advisory Boards and Committees  C-COW-PS-2017.2 Speedvale Avenue Bridge Underpass Risks and Liabilities  C-COW-CS-2017.2 Guelph Transit/Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Negotiating Update   Open Meeting – 2:00 p.m.  Presentation: Who we are, What We do and Organizational Highlights – Dorothe Fair, Guelph… Continue reading Committee of the Whole Agenda – November 6, 2017

The three year renovation and expansion of Guelph Police Service’s headquarters is underway. Here is a summary of the work completed in October 2017. Progress to date West wing addition Tower crane removed Concrete roof poured; cement-slurry topping added to waterproof and protect Interior framing of third floor offices Masonry walls underway 75% of slab on grade complete Staircase extension in existing building complete Generators delivered to site; steel framing to house generators 50% complete Mechanical and electrical rough-ins for third and fourth floors 70% complete East wing addition New Farquhar entrance opening created and stairs poured Masonry walls of public washroom 80% complete with mechanical rough-in Steel framework complete Employee entrance stairs from Fountain Street complete Site preparation for new front entrance Exterior framing and… Continue reading Guelph police headquarters: October 2017 construction update

The links below will redirect you to a specific report within the larger PDF agenda. When accessed from a mobile device, these links may not function properly and will link to page one of the agenda document. Agendas routinely exceed 100 mb in size. It’s recommended that mobile users access the agendas only when connected to a wifi network. Committee of Adjustment – November 9, 2017, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Guelph City Hall, 1 Carden Street Request for Deferral, Withdrawal or Refund None Current Applications  A-72/17 – 50 Norwich Street West A-73/17 – 1460-1474 Gordon Street A-74/17 – 85 Knightswood Drive A-75/17 – 35 Milson Crescent A-76/17 – 11 Kent Street A-64/17 – 10 Chester Street