Joint Committees of the Whole and Council

RESOLUTION #2025-69 That the agenda be approved as amended.

RESOLUTION #2025-70 That the minutes of the Joint Committees of the Whole and Council meeting held May 12, 2025 be adopted.

RESOLUTION #2025-71 That the minutes of the Special Council meeting held June 6, 2025 be adopted.

RESOLUTION #2025-72 That the recommendations from Committees of the Whole held May 12, 2025 be approved as follows: 1. to approve that the Municipal Accommodation Tax rate be increased from 4% to 6%, and that the bylaw be amended with 100% of the proceeds be directed to Kapuskasing Economic Development Corporation for tourism development and operations at an upset limit of $320,000, and that the MAT agreement be amended to reflect the same, furthermore that the bylaw amendment and amending agreement be presented for adoption at the next Council meeting. 2. to redirect the funds from SolarBank to Kap Energy to ensure effective management and maximizing benefits from the solar energy investments, and to further provide an updated cash flow forecast report to Council.

RESOLUTION #2025-73 That Councillor K. Munnoch be appointed to the Northern Ontario Wires Board of Directors to replace Mayor Dave Plourde for the remainder of the current term of Council.

RESOLUTION #2025-74 Whereas the Province of Ontario has designated the month of June as Seniors Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the impact and achievements of older adults in our communities; and Whereas seniors have played, and continue to play, a vital role in building and sustaining the economic strength, social fabric, and high quality of life enjoyed in Kapuskasing; and Whereas older adults contribute as valued community members – offering their time, experience, and leadership as volunteers, mentors, caregivers, and engaged residents; and Whereas during the month of June, Kapuskasing joins communities across Ontario in reaffirming our commitment to honouring, respecting, and supporting seniors, and expressing gratitude for their lifelong contributions; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That on behalf of Council, we hereby proclaim June to be ‘Seniors Month’ in and for the Town of Kapuskasing.

RESOLUTION #2025-75 Whereas municipalities face growing infrastructure needs, including roads, bridges, public transit, water systems, and other critical services, which are essential to community well-being and economic development; and Whereas the current sources of municipal revenue, including property taxes and user fees, are insufficient to meet these increasing demands for infrastructure investment; and Whereas the Province of Ontario currently collects the Land Transfer Tax (LTT) on property transactions in municipalities across the province, generating significant revenue that is not directly shared with municipalities; and Whereas the Federal Government collects the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on property transactions, a portion of which Page 6 of 8 could be directed to municipalities to address local infrastructure needs; and Whereas redistributing a portion of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities would provide a predictable and sustainable source of funding for local infrastructure projects without creating a new tax burden on residents or homebuyers; and Whereas a redistribution of a portion of the existing Land Transfer Tax and GST would allow municipalities to better plan and invest in long-term infrastructure initiatives, supporting local economic growth and improving the quality of life for residents; and Now Therefore Be It Resolved: a) That Kapuskasing Council formally requests the Provincial Government to consider redistributing a por

RESOLUTION #2025-76 That the Kapuskasing and Area Local Business Capacity Building Committee be established as a sub-committee established to support the growth, resilience, and competitiveness of local businesses. The Committee will provide advice, recommendations, information, and expertise to Council and the KEDC to strengthen economic development initiatives and to maximize local benefits from infrastructure and resource development projects in the region. And furthermore, that membership will consist of one member of Council, one member of the KEDC, three representatives from the local business community across various sectors, one indigenous community representative, one representative from Page 7 of 8 a local educational or training institution and resource persons as required.

RESOLUTION #2025-77 That Council approve and direct staff to proceed in the recruitment process of an Economic Development Officer as presented.

RESOLUTION #2025-78 That By-Law No. 4641, being a by-law to amend Zoning By-Law No. 4198 for the purpose of rezoning the affected property from Mixed Industrial Commercial Exception A to Third Density Residential, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the bylaw be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-79 That By-Law No. 4642, being Bylaw Amendment No. 3 to the Kapuskasing and District Official Plan, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-80 That By-Law No. 4643, being a by-law to amend Zoning By-Law No. 4198 for the purpose of rezoning the affected property from Mixed Use to Core Commercial Exception 7, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the bylaw be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-81 That By-Law No. 4644, being Bylaw Amendment No. 4 to the Kapuskasing and District Official Plan, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-82 That By-Law No. 4645, being a bylaw to confirm the proceedings of Council, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-83 That this meeting be adjourned at 7:47 p.m.