2025-03-24_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jour
COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL
March 10, 2025 / le 10 mars 2025
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
MARCH 10, 2025 AT 6:00 PM
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2 FLOOR COMMON COUNCIL CHAMBER, CITY HALL
An Electronic means of communication will be used at this meeting. The public may
attend the meeting in person in the Council Chamber or view the meeting on the
Website (www.saintjohn.ca) or on Rogers TV͵
Present: Mayor Donna Noade Reardon
Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie
Councillor-at-Large Gary Sullivan
Councillor-at-Large Brent Harris
Councillor Ward 1 Greg Norton (on-line)
Councillor Ward 1 Joanna Killen
Councillor Ward 2 Barry Ogden
Councillor Ward 3 Gerry Lowe
Councillor Ward 3 Mariah Darling
Councillor Ward 4 Paula Radwan
Absent: Councillor Ward 4 Greg Stewart
Also Present:
Chief Administrative Officer B. McGovern
General Counsel M. Tompkins
Chief Financial Officer K. Fudge
Fire Chief R. Nichol
Commissioner Utilities & Infrastructure Services I. Fogan
Commissioner Public Works M. Hugenholtz
Director Human Resources D. McQuade-Clark
Commissioner Growth & Community Services A. Poffenroth
Director External Relations L. Kennedy
City Clerk J. Taylor
Administrative Assistant K. Tibbits
1. Call to Order
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1.1 Land Acknowledgement
Councillor Killen read aloud the Land Acknowledgement and called for a moment of
reflection.
John/Menaquesk is situated is the traditional territory of the
Wolastoqiyik/Maliseet.The Wolastoqiyik/Maliseet along with their Indigenous Neighbours,
and
Friendship Treaties with the British Crown in the 1700s that protected their rights to lands
1.2 National Anthem
The Saint John Symphony Youth Orchestra performed O Canada by video.
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Minutes of February 24, 2025
Moved by Councillor Harris, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie:
RESOLVED that the minutes of February 24, 2025, be approved.
MOTION CARRIED.
3. Approval of Agenda
Moved by Councillor Killen, seconded by Councillor Darling:
RESOLVED that the agenda for March 10, 2025, be approved with the withdrawal of Item
5.4 Fleet Replacement Procurement March 2025; and the addition of Item 17.1
City Market.
MOTION CARRIED.
4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest
Councillors Harris and Darling declared a conflict of interest on Item 5.5 Community
Grants Program 2025.
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-070:
Designation of By-Law Enforcement Officer Colin Hatfield, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain bylaws
pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and amendments
Local Governance ActA By-law Respecting the Regulation of
Parking in The City of Saint John, By-law Number LG-Saint John Parking By-Law
A By-law Respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John, By-law Number MV-
Saint John Traffic By-Lawall amendments thereto;
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AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may
appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their
terms of office;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Colin Hatfield is hereby appointed as by-law
enforcement officer with respect to the enforcement of the Saint John Parking By-Law and
Saint John Traffic By-Law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until
they cease to be an employee of the Parking department of The City of Saint John or until
it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first.
5.2 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-071:
Designation of By-Law Enforcement Officer Derek Nason, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain bylaws
pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and amendments
Local Governance ActA By-law Respecting the Regulation of
Parking in The City of Saint John, By-law Number LG-Saint John Parking By-Law
A By-law Respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John, By-law Number MV-
Saint John Traffic By-Law amendments thereto;
AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may
appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their
terms of office;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Derek Nason is hereby appointed as by-law
enforcement officer with respect to the enforcement of the Saint John Parking By-Law and
Saint John Traffic By-Law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until
they cease to be an employee of the Parking department of The City of Saint John or until
it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first.
5.3 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-072:
Designation of By-Law Enforcement Officer Rupinder Kaur, the following resolution be
adopted:
WHEREAS the Common Council of The City of Saint John has enacted certain bylaws
pursuant to the authority of the Local Governance Act, S.N.B. 2017 c.18, and amendments
Local Governance ActA By-law Respecting the Regulation of
Parking in The City of Saint John, By-law Number LG-Saint John Parking By-Law
A By-law Respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John, By-law Number MV-
Saint John Traffic By-Law amendments thereto;
AND WHEREAS section 72 of the Local Governance Act provides that a council may
appoint by-law enforcement officers for the local government and may determine their
terms of office;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Rupinder Kaur is hereby appointed as by-law
enforcement officer with respect to the enforcement of the Saint John Parking By-Law and
Saint John Traffic By-Law, effective immediately, and this appointment shall continue until
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they cease to be an employee of the Parking department of The City of Saint John or until
it is rescinded by Common Council, whichever comes first.
5.4 Item Withdrawn.
5.5 Refer to Item 14.1
5.6 RESOLVED that the submitted report M&C 2025-063: Public Information Session:
Broad Street (Charlotte Street to Carmarthen Street) Street Reconstruction Project, be
received for information.
5.7 RESOLVED that the submitted report M&C 2025-065: Public Information Session:
Carmarthen Street (Mecklenburg Street to Orange Street) Street Reconstruction;
Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen Square North) Street Reconstruction; and
St. James Street (Charlotte Street to Sydney Street), be received for information.
5.8 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-075:
Contract 2023-06: Millidge Avenue Sanitary Lift Station Modifications, the contract be
awarded to the low Tenderer, Galbraith Construction Ltd., at the tendered price of
$692,256.30 (including HST) as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further
that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents.
5.9 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-076:
Contract 2023-07: Reversing Falls Lookout Trail Phase 1, the contract be awarded to the
low tenderer, TerraEx Inc., at their tendered price of $719,963.25 (including HST) as
calculated based on estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and City Clerk be
authorized to execute the necessary contract documents.
5.10 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-064: 2025
Engineering Inspection Services, Council authorize staff to establish supply agreements
with the six (6) consulting firms identified in the report, at the hourly rates provided in this
report totaling $600,000 plus HST for the provision of engineering inspection services for
the 2025 Capital Construction projects being designed by City staff.
5.11 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-047:
Highway Usage Permit (HUP) Gateway Operations Limited (City of Saint John Route
100 (Viaduct)), the City enter into Agreement with the New Brunswick Gateway Operations
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047); and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said HUP and any
documents ancillary thereto.
5.12 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-077: Stage
Enhancement Funding, Common Council:
1) Adjust the Stage Enhancement budget as listed in the 2025 Capital Program from
$500,000 to $670,000, and
2) Approve the allocation of $320,000 from Capital Reserves towards the Stage
Enhancement project as a contingency.
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Sullivan:
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RESOLVED that the recommendation set out in each consent agenda item respectively
with the exception of Item 5.4 Fleet Replacement Procurement which was withdrawn and
Item 5.5 which has been referred to Item 14.1, be adopted.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. Members Comments
Members commented on various local events.
7. Proclamation
8. Delegations / Presentations
9. Public Hearings 6:30 p.m.
10. Consideration of By-Laws
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10.1 Zoning By-Law Amendment 529 Golden Grove Road (3 Reading)
Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie:
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, -Law Number C.P. 111-189 A Law to Amend the
Zoning By-amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The
City of Saint John, by rezoning a parcel of land having an area of approximately 8,213
square metres, located at 529 Golden Grove Road, also identified as PID 55188379, from
Rural Residential (RR) to Mixed Rural Residential (RMX), be read.
MOTION CARRIED.
The by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-189 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law
of The City of Saint John
Moved by Councillor Harris, seconded by Councillor Radwan:
MOTION CARRIED.
Read a third time by title, the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-189 A Law to
Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John
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10.2 Updated Saint John Building By-Law (1 and 2 Reading)
Consideration was given to the submitted report M&C 2025-066: Updated Saint John
Building By-Law. Commissioner Poffenroth stated that the proposed Saint John Building
By-law has been updated to remove references to specific code editions and instead cite
the Building Code Administration Act and its regulations to establish the applicable
versions. This ensures alignment with provincial updates, including the adoption of the
2020 National Building Code of Canada and 2020 National Energy Code of Canada for
Buildings, effective April 1, 2025, while avoiding unnecessary future amendments.
Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Councillor Killen:
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RESOLVED that the by-A By-Law respecting the Construction, Repair and
repealing and replacing
a by-law of The City of Saint John made and enacted on the 12th day of December, 2022
A By-Law Respecting the Construction, Repair and Demolition of Buildings and
Structures in The City of Saint John-1 and all amendments thereto, be read a first
time.
MOTION CARRIED.
Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled -Law respecting the Construction, Repair
and Demolition of Buildings and Structures in The City of Saint John
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Killen:
RESOLVED that the by-law e-Law respecting the Construction, Repair and
a by-law of The City of Saint John made and enacted on the 12th day of December, 2022
A By-Law Respecting the Construction, Repair and Demolition of Buildings and
Structures in The City of Saint John-1 and all amendments thereto, be read a second
time.
MOTION CARRIED.
Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled -Law respecting the Construction,
Repair and Demolition of Buildings and Structures in The City of Saint John
10.3 Public Presentation 160 Cosy Lake Road
Commissioner Poffenroth advised that the Common Council of The City of Saint John
intends to consider an amendment to the Municipal Development Plan that would
redesignate on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan approximately 3.02
hectares of land, located at 160 Cosy Lake Road, identified as a portion of PID 55005375,
from Rural Resource Area to Stable Area; and redesignate on Schedule B of the Municipal
Development Plan approximately 3.02 hectares of land, located at 160 Cosy Lake Road,
identified as a portion of PID 55005375, from Rural Resource to Rural Residential to allow
for the subdivision of the subject property into three unique residential properties.
Written objections to the proposed amendment may be made until Wednesday, April 9,
2025.
11. Submissions by Council Members
11.1 Notice of Motion Selection of Deputy Mayor (Mayor Reardon)
Mayor Noade Reardon requested that the matter be deferred until all of Council is in
attendance.
Moved by Councillor Ogden, seconded by Councillor Harris:
RESOLVED that Item 11. 1 Selection of Deputy Mayor be deferred until all Council
members are present.
MOTION CARRIED.
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11.2 Notice of Motion Employee Group Benefits Coverage for Council members
(Deputy Mayor MacKenzie)
Deputy Mayor MacKenzie read aloud his Notice of Motion re: Employee Group Benefits
Coverage for Council members. In accordance with the Procedural By-Law section 16.27
the motion is deferred to the next meeting of Council, March 24, 2025, for discussion and
vote.
11.3 Notice of Motion Speaking time for statutory public hearings (Councillor Ogden)
Councillor Ogden read aloud his Notice of Motion re: Speaking time for statutory public
hearings. In accordance with the Procedural By-Law section 16.27 the motion is deferred
to the next meeting of Council, March 24, 2025, for discussion and vote.
11.4 Notice of Motion Timelines for paving roads after milling is completed (Councillor
Lowe)
Councillor Lowe read aloud his Notice of Motion re: Timelines for paving roads after milling
is completed. In accordance with the Procedural By-Law section 16.27 the motion is
deferred to the next meeting of Council, March 24, 2025, for discussion and vote.
12. Business Matters Municipal Officers
12.1 Chief Administrative Officer Update on select Catalytic Projects and Advocacy
(Verbal)
CAO McGovern provided an update on the following:
South and North end schools
Affordable Housing projects and initiatives
Fundy Quay
Moved by Councillor Sullivan, seconded by Councillor Darling:
RESOLVED that the Chief Administrative Officer verbal update on select Catalytic
Projects and Advocacy be received for information.
MOTION CARRIED.
13. Committee Reports
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14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda
(Having declared a conflict of interest, Councillors Harris and Darling withdrew from the
meeting)
14.1 Community Grants Program 2025
Moved by Councillor Radwan, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie:
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RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-062: Community
Grants Program 2025, Common Council:
1) Award the successful applicants of the 2025 Community Grants Program selected by
the Community Grants Committee and as listed in MC 2025-062, and direct the Chief
Financial Officer to facilitate payment to the successful organizations; and,
2) Refer the funding request submitted by the Community Grants Committee for an
increased budget envelope of $50,000 annually for Community Grants to the Finance
Committee for their consideration for the 2026 Operating Budget deliberations.
MOTION CARRIED.
(Councillors Harris and Darling re-entered the meeting)
15. General Correspondence
15.1 Religious Neutrality Day: Request for Proclamation (Recommendation: Refer to
Clerk to prepare proclamation
Moved by Councillor Radwan, seconded by Councillor Darling:
RESOLVED that the request for a proclamation re: Religious Neutrality Day, be referred
to the Clerk to prepare the proclamation.
MOTION CARRIED.
15.2 S. Stashick Procedural Fairness Wolastoq Park Public Hearing
(Recommendation: Receive for Information)
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Killen:
RESOLVED that the S. Stashick correspondence re: Procedural Fairness Wolastoq Park
Public Hearing, be received for information.
MOTION CARRIED.
16. Supplemental Agenda
17. Committee of the Whole
17.1 Ltd. City Market
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Lowe:
RESOLVED that as recommended by the Committee of the Whole, having met on March
10, 2025, the
10, 2025; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute any necessary
documents.
MOTION CARRIED.
18. Adjournment
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Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie:
RESOLVED that the meeting of Common Council held on March 10, 2025, be adjourned.
MOTION CARRIED.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
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MINUTES REGULAR MEETING
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
MARCH 13, 2025 AT 5:30 PM
MEETING CONDUCTED BY ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION
An Electronic means of communication will be used at this meeting. The public may
attend the meeting in person in the Council Chamber or view the meeting on the
Website (www.saintjohn.ca) or on Rogers TV͵
Present: Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie
Councillor-at-Large Gary Sullivan
Councillor Ward 1 Greg Norton
Councillor Ward 1 Joanna Killen
Councillor Ward 3 Gerry Lowe
Councillor Ward 3 Mariah Darling
Councillor Ward 4 Paula Radwan
Councillor Ward 4 Greg Stewart
Absent: Mayor Donna Noade Reardon
Councillor-at-Large Brent Harris
Councillor Ward 2 Barry Ogden
Also Present:
Chief Administrative Officer B. McGovern
General Counsel M. Tompkins
Chief Financial Officer K. Fudge
Fire Chief R. Nichol
Commissioner Utilities & Infrastructure Services I. Fogan
Commissioner Public Works M. Hugenholtz
Commissioner Human Resources S. Hossack
Commissioner Growth & Community Services A. Poffenroth
Manager Community Planning J. Kirchner
City Clerk J. Taylor
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1.Call to Order
1.1 Land Acknowledgement
Councillor Sullivan read aloud the Land Acknowledgement and called for a moment of
reflection.
the
Wolastoqiyik/Maliseet.The Wolastoqiyik/Maliseet along with their Indigenous Neighbours,
the and
Friendship Treaties with the British Crown in the 1700s that protected their rights to lands
2. Approval of Agenda
Moved by Councillor Sullivan, seconded by Councillor Norton:
RESOLVED that the agenda for March 13, 2025 be approved.
MOTION CARRIED.
3. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest
4. Business Matters
4.1 Proposed Public Hearing Date for 221, 251 and 271 Lancaster Avenue
Commissioner Poffenroth advised that there is an amendment to the application for a
Municipal Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendment for the properties located at 221, 251 and
271 Lancaster Avenue. With receipt of the amended application, staff is recommending a
new public hearing date be scheduled to consider the amended application.
Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Councillor Radwan:
RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-080: Proposed
Public Hearing Date for 221, 251 and 271 Lancaster Avenue, Common Council schedule
a public hearing on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 5:15 p.m. for a Municipal Plan Amendment
and Rezoning, submitted by J.D. Irving Limited for 221, 251 and 271 Lancaster Avenue
(part of PID 55146302 and PIDs 55146310 and 55146328) in the Council Chamber, City
Hall 2nd floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB.
MOTION CARRIED.
5. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
RESOLVED that the meeting of Common Council held on March 13, 2025, be adjourned.
MOTION CARRIED.
The Deputy Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.
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M&C No.2025-073
Report DateMarch 12, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaPublic Works and
Transportation Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade ReardonandMembers of Common Council
SUBJECT: Fleet Replacement ProcurementMarch2025
OPEN OR CLOSED SESSION
This matter is to be discussed in open session of Common Council.
AUTHORIZATION
Primary Author(s)Commissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Kevin Loughery / Michael HugenholtzJ. Brent McGovern
Chris Roberts
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Common Council award the purchase of two (2) 66,000
Lb. GVWR Tandem Positive Displacement Combination Vacuum Jetter Trucksat a
total cost of $1,415,680.00plus HST to FST Canada Inc. o/a Joe Johnson
Equipment.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City manages a fleet of approximately 287vehicles/pieces of heavy
equipment(three (3) of which are Positive Displacement Combination Vacuum
Jetter Trucksutilized by Utilities and Infrastructure and by Public Works and
Transportation Services) Services Division works
with various City departments to identify and replace vehicles/pieces of heavy
equipmentwhich have reached the end of their useful service lives. The purpose
of this report is to make recommendations to award the latest proposed units
which require Common Council approval.
The City currently has over 91vehicles/pieces of heavy equipment past their
optimal replacement point(ORP, a calculation based on the age of a
vehicle/equipment, the odometer reading, overall condition and maintenance
cost)and this year, over 25vehicles/pieces of heavy equipment(some of which
are the least reliable and most expensive to maintain) will be replaced through
.
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The Positive Displacement Combination Vacuum Jetter Trucksin this
recommendation areto replace unit 699, a 2009 Joe Johnson Vactor withan ORP
index of 29 and unit 496, a 2015 Joe Johnson Vactor with an ORP index of 25.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
Not applicable.
REPORT
Of the 287rolling stock units Fleet Services manages, three(3)are 66,000 Lb.
GVWR Tandem Positive Displacement Combination Vacuum Jetter Trucksutilized
by Utilities and Infrastructure and by Public Works and Transportation Services.
These units perform a wide variety of tasksranging fromhydro
excavationtodaylighting, exposing in-ground utilities, soil trenching, sewer
jetting, and debris removal. These units also offer safer and more efficient
techniques for soil excavation in comparison to using traditional digging methods
such as backhoes, trenchers, and augers.
The two (2) unitsin this recommendation are to replace unit, 496, utilized by
Utilities and Infrastructure and unit, 699, utilized by Public Works and
Transportation Services. These unitsare considered toolboxes via the
Continuous Improvement Fleet Utilization projects and deemed necessary for
service delivery.
The minimum specifications used in this RFP process have been previously
utilized for past purchases and should allow for a closer standardization of the
fleet, should reallocation be required.The tentative delivery date on the two(2)
new unitsis approximately five and a half (5½) months.Of the two (2) units
being replaced, one has already been disposed of,and the second unitwill be
sent directly to auctionupon receipt of the new units.
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PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
Not applicable.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
as it relates to investing in sustainable City services and municipal infrastructure.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
These purchases are planned replacements for existing fleet units, approved in
the 2025 capital budget. The funds specifically are provided for in the Utilities
and Infrastructure Fleet Reserve and in the General Fleet Reserve, funded from
the respected operating budgets.
The specifications allow vendors to submit proposals of new, demo, and/or used
equipment to be evaluated using common criteria.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS SUPPLY CHAIN
MANAGEMENT
Supply Chain Management facilitated the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to
solicit proposals for 66,000 Lb. GVWR Tandem Positive Displacement
Combination Vacuum Jetter Trucks. As such the RFP closed on December 4,
2024, with the following proponents responding by submitting proposals:
COMPANY NAME
FST Canada Inc. o/a Joe Johnson Equipment
City View Bus Sales & Service Ltd.
C.M. Equipment Inc.
SNT Solutions Inc.
A review committee, consisting of staff from Supply Chain Management, Utilities
and Infrastructure, and Public Works and Transportation Services reviewed the
submission for completeness and compliance with the RFP requirements and
selection criteria consisting of the following:
1. Quality and Completeness of Proposal
2. Compliance with Minimum Specifications
3. Delivery
4. Value Added
5. Cost
Also,
members evaluated the proposal based on the technical merits.
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Following this, the financial bids were opened and evaluated, and the
corresponding score was added to the technical score.
FST Canada Inc. o/a Joe Johnson Equipment
proposal based on an overall rating of the evaluation criteria offering a strong
overall solution for the City.
The above processes are in accordance Strategic Procurement
Policy and Supply Chain Management support the recommendations being put
forth.
ATTACHMENTS
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COMMON COUNCIL REPORT
M&C No.2025-079
Report DateMarch 12, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaPublic Works and
Transportation Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade ReardonandMembers of Common Council
SUBJECT: Canadian Corps of Commissionaires NB & PEI Division 2025Service
Agreement
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Jill GoodMichael Hugenholtz/Marc DionneBrent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
RESOLVED that the City enter into an Agreement for Security and Related Services with
the Canadian Corp of Commissionaires N.B. & P.E.I. Division, Inc. in the form attached to
M&C No. 2025-079; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said
Agreementand any documents ancillary thereto.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Canadian Corp of Commissionaires NB & PEI Division Inc.(Corp), arecontracted by
the City of Saint Johnto provide enforcement of city traffic, parking lot and parking meter
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by-lawsas outlined in the agreement effective April 1, 2025.
On an annual basis the Corp reviews the charge rates for services to be effective April 1st
of each year, as outlined in the service agreement with the Parking department. The
charge rate is the hourly rate that the City of Saint John pays to the Corp for the services
provided, which includes the hourly rate of pay plus any overhead costs incurred by the
Corp.
As of April 1st, 2025, minimum wage in New Brunswick willincreased from $15.30 to
$15.65an hour. To remain competitive the Corp of Commissionaires must ensure its pay
levels are appropriate when compared to provincial minimum wage.
The intent of this report is to continue retainingsecurity and related services through a
new Agreement with the Canadian Corp of Commissionaires NB & PEI Division Inc., that
includesthe increased rates for services rendered effective April 1st, 2025,for which the
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Corp has provided a letter dated February 4,2025followingtheir regular annual review
of rates.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
Not applicable.
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REPORT
The Canadian Corp of Commissionaires NB & PEI Division Inc. have been contracted by
previously by the Saint John Parking Commission now City of Saint John to provide
enforcement of city traffic, parking lot and parking meter by-laws and have had a very
successful partnership for over 25 years. They are a not-for-profit organization, that take
pride in providing meaningful employment while offering quality service at competitive
rates.
The Commissionaires are contracted and through resolution of Council act as on-street
parking by-law enforcement officers, parking lot attendants (for both the Market Square
parking garage and Peel Plaza Parking garage), parking collections officer and an
enforcement supervisor.
Parking enforcement officers are responsible for enforcement of the Traffic and Parking
meter by-laws, every day on foot and in all types of weather conditions. A team of up to
six officers issue on average 32,000 parking tickets annually, resulting in approximately
$700,000 in revenue. While much of the focus is in the CBD and South End where parking
demand is highest, there are also portions of north, east and west that are enforced by
vehicle for violations such as alternate side parking and no parking. Enforcement officers
are responsible for issuing tickets and working with city contracted vendors to tow
vehicles during overnight parking bans during winter storms. At all times they are
expected to provide excellent customer service and education about parking while
interacting with the public.
There are currently 5 full-time parking lot attendants that are on a rotation to provide
24/7 coverage for the operations of the Market Square and Peel Plaza parking garages.
Maintaining and providing customer service to help all patrons of the garages is a daily
job duty of the attendants. On a weekly basis they are also responsible for completing the
bank deposits.
There are currently two contracted staff responsible for office related parking services
covered under the service agreement including collection of overdue accounts, the sale
of various forms of parking permits, and managing training and day to day operations as
it related to the enforcement officers on the street.
On an annual basis the Corp reviews the charge rates for services to be effective April 1st
of each year, as outlined in the service agreement with the Parking department. The
charge rate is the hourly rate that the City of Saint John pays to the Corp for the services
provided, which includes the hourly rate of pay plus any overhead costs incurred by the
Corp.
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On February 4, 2025, the Parking department received a letter from the Corp regarding
an increase to charge rates for 2025-2026. The letter indicates that the increase is
necessary to remain competitive with the provincial minimum wage increases on April
1st, 2025 and help to attract and retain quality applicants. The rate increases also take
into consideration the continued increases to cost of living/CPI and the wage expenses
experienced by the Corp. A breakdown of the charge rate is also included in the letter,
which indicates that 75% is allocated directly to payroll, 19% to employee benefits, 3% to
training, equipment and uniforms and 3% to support the small management group.
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The Parking department agrees with the details of the service agreement including the
charge rate increases outlined therein.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
Priority to perform by leveraging viable opportunities to
generate alternate/new sources of revenue.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
The increase in cost from this new agreement are expected to be outweighed by the
additional parking ticket revenues from more consistent enforcement of the by-laws
and will be covered by the departments operating budget.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
General Counsel Office has reviewed and provided feedback on the attached agreement
and the report.
ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A Canadian Corp of Commissionaires NB & PEI Division Inc- Agreement
for Security and Related Services effective April 1, 2025.
COMMON COUNCIL REPORT
M&C No.2025-087
Report DateMarch 20, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaGrowth and Community
Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade ReardonandMembers of Common Council
SUBJECT: Cancelling the Public Hearings for 228 Germain Street and a Text
Amendment for the Medium Industrial Zone
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Jennifer KirchnerAmy Poffenroth/Pankaj J. Brent McGovern
Nalavde
RECOMMENDATION
RESOLVED That Common Council cancel the public hearings scheduled for
Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. for:
Rezoning
Submitted byBruce Wilkin Inc.
For 228 Germain Street
PID00003889
Zoning By-Law Text Amendment
Submitted byCity of Saint John
For To remove Scrap or Salvage Yard as a permitted use in the
Medium Industrial zone and to list existing operations in
Schedule E: Exceptions
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Location: Council Chamber, City Hall2floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to advise Common Council of the need to cancel the
Public Hearings scheduled for two Zoning By-Law amendments that were
scheduled forMonday, April 7, 2025.Staff isproposing to cancel the public
hearings to provide additional time for review and to undertake furtherresearch
into the proposals. A referral report will be brought before Common Council at a
laterdate to schedule newPublic Hearingsfortheseapplications.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
At its meeting of August 3, 2004, Common Council resolved that:
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1. the Commissioner of Planning and Development receive all applications
for amendments to the Zoning By-law and Section 39 \[now referred as
section 59\] resolutions/agreements and proceed to prepare the required
advertisements; and
2. when applications are received a report will be prepared recommending
the appropriate resolution setting the time and place for public hearings
and be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee as required by the
Community Planning Act.
At its meeting of February 24, 2025, Common Council resolved that:
a public hearing is scheduled on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. for:
Rezoning
Submitted by Bruce Wilkin Inc.
For 228 Germain Street
PID 00003889
Zoning By-Law Text Amendment
Submitted by City of Saint John
For To remove Scrap or Salvage Yard as a permitted use in the
Medium Industrial zone and to list existing operations in
Schedule E: Exceptions
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Location: Council Chamber, City Hall 2 floor, 15 Market Square, Saint John, NB.
REPORT
This report addresses the cancellation of Public Hearings scheduled for 228
Germain Street and a text amendment to the Medium Industrial zone. As part of
the detailed review of the applications, staff has identified the need for more time
to research the proposals and seek additional feedback from external agencies.
Staff will bring forward a referral report to set new Public Hearing dates once the
additional information has been collected.
Name of Location Existing Proposed Reason
Applicant Zone Zones
Bruce Wilkin 228 Germain Neighbourhood Mixed To convert a
Inc. Street (PID: Community Commercial former church
00003889) Facility (CFN) (CM) into commercial
uses.
Name of Proposed Reason
Applicant Amendment
City of Saint To remove Scrap or Salvage Yard To prevent the establishment of
John as a permitted use in the Medium new Scrap of Salvage Yards in
Industrial zone and to list existing the Medium Industrial zone.
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operations in Schedule E:
Exceptions
While the holding of public hearings for Zoning By-law amendments is a legislative
requirement of the Community Planning Act, it is also a key component of a clear
and consistent land development processes envisioned in the One Stop
Development Shop Program. These processes provide transparency and
predictability for the development community and City residents.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
The proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment falls within the Council Priority of
The proposed amendment
objective to enhance the customer service experience and response including
the timely and consistent communication on service expectations
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
The scheduling of the public hearings will ensure that the proposed by-law
amendment satisfies the legislative and service requirements as mandated by the
Community Planning Act including the required Public Notification of the Public
Hearing.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
The proposed amendments are circulated to other City Service Areas and
external Agencies and Government Departments for feedback.
ATTACHMENTS
None
COMMON COUNCIL REPORT
M&C No.2025-084
Report DateMarch 18, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaUtilities and
Infrastructure Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade ReardonandMembers of Common Council
SUBJECT: GREEN AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY BUILDINGS (GICB) PROGRAM
GRANT AGREEMENT-CARNEGIE BUILDING HVAC AND LIGHTING
UPGRADE-SIGNING AUTHORITY
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Samir YammineIan FoganJ. Brent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Samir Yammine, Director of Asset Management and
Environmental Performance, be authorized to complete the necessary reporting
as required under the Green and Inclusive Communities Buildings Program for the
Carnegie Building HVAC and Lighting Upgrade, an Agreement between His Majesty
the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of Infrastructure and
Communities and the City of Saint John (M&C2023-123) and be authorized to
execute all necessary Certificates of Compliance associated with the Agreement.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
to provide Samir
Yammine,Director of Asset Management and Environmental Performancewith
the Signing Authority to completeall the necessary claims, progress reportsand
other operation documents under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings
Program for the Carnegie Building HVAC and Lighting Upgrade.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
M&C No 20223-123
It is recommended That the City enter into the Grant Agreement with HIS MAJESTY
THE KING IN RIGHT OF CANADA, as represented by the Minister of Infrastructure
and Communities, hereinafter referred to as the Minister of Intergovernmental
Affairs, Infrastruct
Community Buildings Program for the Carnegie Building HVAC and Lighting
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Upgrade in the form as attached to M&C No.2023-123; and that the Mayor and
City Clerk be authorized to sign any necessary documents.
REPORT
The GICB funding will be used to perform the following scope of work:
Upgrade the HVAC and Control systems to install Air-Source Heat Pumps
and Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV). The objective is to provide new
heating, fresh air, and cooling requirements through the use of mini-split
style heat pumps and HRV. The existing HVAC system is over 40 years and
is not ventilated properly. Additionally, there is no cooling in the facility
which is an issue during summer months where the facility experiences
high humidity and high temperature conditions.
Lighting Retrofits. The existing lighting system consists of T8 and T12 and
will be replaced with new LED luminaires.
Work is underway and to be completed by May 2026.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
The proposed upgrade is clearly aligned with the following city plans, policies, and
priorities:
City of Saint John Corporate GHG and Energy Action plan to reduce GHG
emissions by 30% by 2025 and achieve carbon neutral by 2040.
City of Saint John Asset Management Policy objectives to apply risk-based
decision and life cycle costing principles to prioritize capital investment,
identify alternative measures, facilitate the leveraging of infrastructure
funding from external sources, and improve the reliability of customer
service.
City Council Priorities (2021-
and Perform: the best use of our resources
.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
General Counsel are satisfied with the recommendations as they pertain to their
respective areas of services.
ATTACHMENTS
M&C 2023-123
COMMON COUNCIL REPORT
M&C No.2023-123
Report DateMay 01, 2023
Meeting DateMay 15, 2023
Service AreaUtilities and
Infrastructure Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade ReardonandMembers of Common Council
SUBJECT: Common Council Report GICB Grant Agreement-2023-123 Rev
1.docxCARNEGIE BUILDING HVAC AND LIGHTING UPGRADE
CLOSED SESSION DISCUSSION REASON
This matter is to be discussed in closed session pursuant to the provisions of
subsection 68(1)(c)and (e)of the Local Governance Act.
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Samir YammineIan FoganJ. Brent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended That the City enter into the Grant Agreementwith HIS MAJESTY
THE KING IN RIGHT OF CANADA, as represented by the Minister of Infrastructure
and Communities, hereinafter referred to as the Minister of Intergovernmental
under the Green and Inclusive
Community Buildings Programfor the Carnegie Building HVAC and Lighting
Upgrade in the form as attached to M&C No.2023-123; and that the Mayor and
City Clerk be authorized to sign any necessary documents.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The to enter into the
Grant Agreement with HIS MAJESTY THE KING IN RIGHT OF CANADA, as
represented by the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, hereinafter
referred to as the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and
Program for the Carnegie Building HVAC and Lighting Upgrade.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
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REPORT
In March 2022, City staff submitted a funding application to Infrastructure and
under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings
Program for the Carnegie Building HVAC and Lighting Upgrade.
The City received a notification in August 2022 from the Minister of
that the
application was successful, and the City of Saint John had been approved for a
grant in the amount of $278,821 (approximately 73% of the eligible cost) toward
the proposed upgrade.
The GICB funding will be used toward performing the following scope of work:
Upgrade the HVAC and Control systems to install Air-Source Heat Pumps
and Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV). The objective is to provide new
heating, fresh air, and cooling requirements through the use of mini-split
style heat pumps and the HRV. The existing HVAC system is over 40 years
and is not ventilated properly. Additionally, there is no cooling in the
facility which is an issue during summer months where the facility
experiences high humidity and high temperature conditions.
Lighting Retrofits. The existing lighting system consists of T8 and T12 and
will be replaced with new LED luminaires.
Measurement and Verification Plan will be developed to track and monitor
energy and subsystems performance. The objective is to optimize the
building operation performance.
Results
The following upgrade will result in the following benefits to the city:
Reduce the City energy and operating cost by approximately $11,000
annually.
Reduce the City Infrastructure deficit by over $250,000 through
investment in asset renewal.
Reduce City Capital Expenditure by $278,821.
Improve the indoor air quality of the building through the installation of
state of art technologies for HVAC, lighting, heat recovery system.
Improve art customer service and reliability of asset performance thus
minimizing risks associated with assets failure.
Reduce GHG emissions by 23 tCO2e Tons.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
The proposed upgrade is clearly aligned with the following city plans, policies, and
priorities:
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City of Saint John Corporate GHG and Energy Action plan to reduce GHG
emissions by 30% by 2025 and achieve carbon neutral by 2040.
City of Saint John Asset Management Policy objectives to apply risk-based
decision and life-cycle costing principles to prioritize capital investment,
identify alternative measures, facilitate the leveraging of infrastructure
funding from external sources, and improve the reliability of customer
service.
City Council Priorities (2021-
and Perform: the best use of our resources
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
The total cost of the Pilot Project is $384,527.
The breakdown in funding for the proposed upgrade is as follows:
GICB: $278,821
NB Power Grant Contribution: $10,000
General Fund Capital Budgets: $ 95,706
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
The City of Saint John Utilities and Infrastructure Services and General Counsel
have reviewed the attached Agreement and are satisfied with the
recommendations as they pertain to their respective areas of services.
ATTACHMENTS
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) Contribution Agreement
COUNCILREPORT
M&C No.2025-074
Report DateMarch 19, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaUtilities and Infrastructure
Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon andMembers of Council
SUBJECT:Contract No. 2024-09: Lancaster WWTF Aeration System Renewal
project
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Greg MoranIan Fogan/J. Brent McGovern
Michael Baker
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that:
A)Council approve of the allocation of capital reserve funding ($169,000) to
the 2023 Utility Fund Capital Budget for dredging at the Lancaster Lagoon
(to be completed as part of the Lancaster Lagoon Aeration System Renewal
project). T
Reserve, and,
B)Contract No. 2024-09: Lancaster WWTF Aeration System Renewalproject
beawarded to the lowtenderer,TerraEx Inc., at theirtendered priceof
$7,142,305.00(including HST) as calculated based on estimated quantities,
andfurther that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary contract documents.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award Contract No.
2024-09: Lancaster WWTF Aeration System Renewalproject to the low tenderer.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS
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July 26, 2021: M&C 2021-221 Utility and General Fund 2021 Capital Programs
Revision III, approved.
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April 17, 2023: M&C 2023-098 2023 General Fund and Utility Fund Capital
Budget Update, approved.
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July 10, 2023: M&C 2023-171 Canada New Brunswick Integrated Bilateral
Agreement for the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program Contribution
Agreement, approved.
March 6, 2024, M&C 2024-73 Capital Reserve Required for Dredging at the
Lancaster Lagoon, approved.
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October 28, 2024: M&C 2024-287 2025 General and Utility Fund Capital
Budgets, approved.
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November 25, 2025: M&C 2024-309 2025 Utility Fund Operating Budget,
approved.
REPORT
The approved 2021, 2023, and 2025 Utility Fund Capital Programs as well as the
2025 Utility Operating Budget includes funding for the dredging of the aeration
cells, and the renewal of the aeration system at Lancaster Wastewater Treatment
Facility. Currently, the sludge removal portion of the work is funded entirely by
the Utility while the aeration system renewal portion of the project is partially
funded through an Integrated Bilateral Agreement (IBA) for Investing in Canada
Infrastructure Program, providing a financial contribution of $1,540,000 (40%) by
the federal government, $1,283,305 (33.33%) by the provincial government, and
$1,026,795 (26.67%) by the City of Saint John up to a maximum eligible
expenditure of $3,850,000. The proposed work generally involves:
- construction of a sludge pad;
- installation of a bypass directing influent to the polishing pond;
- removal and disposal of sand/gravel from Cell No. 1;
- removal of sludge from Cells No. 1-4 and placement in dewatering bags;
- draining of the aeration cells,
The renewal of the existing aeration system:
- removal and disposal of the existing aeration system, baffle curtains, and
above and below ground headers;
- supply and installation of a new fine bubble floating aeration system;
- supply and installation of new below ground headers (stainless steel and
HDPE DR-17)
- supply and installation of new baffle curtains.
TENDER RESULTS
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Tenders closed on March 4, 2025, with the following results, including HST:
1. TerraEx Inc. $ 7,142,305.00
2. Fairville Construction Ltd. $ 8,495,205.25
The Engineers estimate for the work was $6,269,800.00, including HST.
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ANALYSIS
The tenders were reviewed by staff, and all were found to be formal in all respects.
Staff are of the opinion that the low tenderer has the necessary resources and
ability to perform the work and recommend acceptance of their tender.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The following table illustrates the approved funding amounts within the Utility
Fund Capital & Operating programs.
Capital
Project Description Other Share Utility Share
Year
Renewal of Aeration System Funded Project
Construct three headers, one for each
cell for the blower system at the
Lancaster Lagoon complete with
2021 $750,000
roadway construction. Including design
and construction management
services.
Supplemental funding to construct
four aeration headers, one for each
cell for the system at the Lancaster
lagoon complete with roadway
2023 construction. Full project envelope $2,823,205.00 $335,000.00
subject to the City obtaining Bilateral
funding. Portion of City share for
Bilaterial Program provided in 2021
Capital Budget.
Sludge Removal & Storage Areas Utility Only Funded
Approval of the allocation of capital
reserve funding ($1,720,000) to the
2023 Utility Fund Capital Budget for
2023 dredging at the Lancaster Lagoon (to $1,720,000.00
be completed as part of the Lancaster
Lagoon Aeration System Renewal
project).
Funding to remove sludge from the
Lancaster Lagoon facility to be
2025 $500,000.00
completed as part of the overall
Aeration System Upgrade Project.
SJW Operation Funding for Sludge
2025 $250,000.00
Removal
Total $2,823,205 $3,555,000
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Assuming the award of the Contract to the low tenderer, an analysis has been
completed, which includes the estimated amount of work to be performed by the
Contractor and Others (i.e. engineering services costs, etc.).
The analysis is as follows:
Budget $ 6,378,205.00
Project Net Cost $ 6,716,011.00
Variance (Shortfall) - ($ 337,806)
Renewal of Aeration System Funded Project
The variance with regard to the renewal of the aeration system portion of the
project is based on a projected funding shortfall in the 2023 Utility Fund Capital
Program of $168,998.32. It is recommended that the Utility Share shortfall with
regard to the renewal of the aeration system portion of the project will come from
the approved 2023 Utility Fund Capital projects that have been deferred (M&C
2023-98) as part of a plan to allow overages to be offset within the 2023 Utility
Capital Budget.
Sludge Removal & Storage Areas Utility Only Funding
The variance for the sludge removal portion of the project is $168,807.81. This
portion of the project is currently not included in the Integrated Bilateral Funding
Agreement. It is recommended that this shortfall be addressed through the
Utilicapital reserve funding ($169,000).
The pricing of this overall project (renewal of the aeration system & sludge
removal) includes a contingency in the amount of $424,120 (including HST) to
account for any extra work that may be encountered throughout construction. In
addition to the contingency is $115,000 (including HST) which is a provisional sum
for potential tariffs that are imposed by the United States, or by Canada in
response to the United States tariffs, to account for any materials that may be
subject to tariffs. It should be noted that if no tariffs are not encountered on this
project the provisional sum will not be spent unless it is needed as an additional
contingency allowance for unexpected extra work.
POLICY - TENDERING OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
This recommendation aligns with policy for the tendering of
construction contracts, adhering to the City's General Specifications and specific
project specifications.
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STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
This project aligns with Priorities for GROW, GREEN, and PERFORM.
By upgrading the aeration system at the Lancaster Lagoon, the City is ensuring
that the wastewater treatment occurring at the Lancaster Lagoon will continue to
aeration system to current industry standards will also improve efficiency at the
facility (GREEN) and will allow for development (GROW) as the new aeration
system has been designed to allow for growth in the sewer shed. As the funding
for a portion of this project is shared by the Federal, Provincial and Municipal
governments through the Integrated Bilateral funding, the PERFORM Council
priority is being met. Leveraging alternative sources of financing for Capital
projects shows that the City is being fiscally responsible.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
This infrastructure renewal project reduces the likelihood of future service
disruptions for residents, addressing potential failures in the existing
infrastructure. The project will also aid in reducing the Utilities operational costs
which result from dealing with infrastructure that is beyond its useful life.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
This report was reviewed by the Finance Department. The tendering process for
Policy and Supply Chain Management supports the recommendation being put
forth.
ATTACHMENTS
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M&C No.2025-078
Report DateMarch 19, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaUtilities and Infrastructure
Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon andMembers of Council
SUBJECT:Contract 2024-12: Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen Square
North)-Water, Sanitary and Storm Sewer Renewal and Street
Reconstruction
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Holly Young Ian Fogan/Michael BakerJ. Brent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that:
A)Council approve reallocating $37,006of funding from the Shamrock Park
Sewer Separation Project (24TC10)to the Charlotte Street (St.James Street
to Queen Square North)Water, Sanitary and Storm Sewer Renewal and
Street Reconstructionproject(Storm Component -24TC16)to offset the
projected General Fund City share budget variance as outlined in this
report and,
B)Contract No. 2024-12: Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen Square
North) Water, Sanitary and Storm Sewer Renewal and Street
Reconstruction beawarded to the lowtenderer,Galbraith Construction
Ltd., at theirtendered priceof $1,839,237.55(including HST) as calculated
based on estimated quantities, andfurther that the Mayor and City Clerk
be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award Contract No. 2024-
12: Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen Square North) Water, Sanitary
and Storm Sewer Renewal and Street Reconstruction project to the low tenderer.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS
October 17, 2022: M&C 2022-317-2023 and 2024 General Fund and Utility Fund
Capital Budget, approved.
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October 30, 2023: M&C 2023-238 - Revised 2024 General and Utility Fund Capital
Program, approved
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October 28, 2024: M&C 2024-287 2025 General and Utility Fund Capital
Budgets, approved.
REPORT
The 2025 Water & Sewerage Utility Fund and the 2024 General Fund Capital
Programs include funds for the reconstruction of Charlotte Street (St. James Street
to Queen Square North). The work generally includes the replacement of the
existing water main and sanitary sewer, installation of a new storm sewer for
separation, and full street reconstruction. The work also includes new concrete
curbs and sidewalks, grass medians, roadway granular materials, asphalt, trees,
and street signage.
TENDER RESULTS
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Tenders closed on March 11 , 2025, with the following results, including HST:
1. Galbraith Construction Ltd. $1,839,237.55
2. Fairville Construction Ltd. $1,925,146.00
The Engineers estimate for the work was $1,923,410.65.
ANALYSIS
The tenders were reviewed by staff, and all were found to be formal in all respects.
Staff are of the opinion that the low tenderer has the necessary resources and
ability to perform the work and recommend acceptance of their tender.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The Contract includes work that will be charged against the 2025 Water &
Sewerage Utility Fund Capital Program and 2024 General Fund Capital Program.
This project is partially funded by the Integrated Bilateral Funding program (Other
Share). Assuming the award of the Contract to the low tenderer, an analysis has
been completed, which includes the estimated amount of work to be performed
by the Contractor and Others.
The analysis below was established by considering the City Share funding included
in the approved 2024 & 2025 Capital Programs. In determining the overall budget
for this project, a breakdown of Other Share (73.33%) and City Share (26.67%) was
used. This allocation was determined by considering the City Share as 26.67% of
the overall budget.
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The analysis is as follows:
Budget $ 1, 709,955
Project Net Cost $ 1,849,096
Variance (Shortfall) -$ (139,141)
The overall project shortfall as noted above is ($139,141). The shortfall is based
on a shortfall in the 2025 Utility Fund Capital Program of ($387.62) and a shortfall
in the 2024 General Fund Capital Program of ($138 753.84).
The shortfall in the 2024 General Fund is $37,005.65 City share (26.67%) while
$101,748.19 Other Share (73.33%) would come from the overall Integrated
Bilateral Fund envelope. It is recommended that the City Share shortfall ($37,006)
will come the Shamrock Park Sewer Separation Project (24TC10) to cover the City
Share shortfall. The majority of the Shamrock Park Sewer Separation Project is
complete with the exception of some minor deficiencies and landscaping which
will be addressed this spring.
The shortfall in the 2025 Utility Fund is $103.38 City share (26.67%) while $284.24
Other Share (73.33%) would come from the overall Integrated Bilateral Fund
envelope. As the Utility Share shortfall is a low value it will be addressed within
the overall 2025 Utility Capital Program.
It should be noted that due to the City using Other Share funding offsets from the
overall Integrated Bilateral Fund envelope, projects originally planned to be
completed within the program will need to be canceled. Once clarity is obtained
(i.e. designs & engineers estimates completed) on the remaining reduced scope
of work within the program the City will be requesting an overall scope change for
the program from RDC to align with the projects completed.
This Contract includes an Enhanced Level of Service/Contractor Performance
Penalty Structure as the timeline for completion is time sensitive, based on
sequencing of other projects and is considered critical in terms of completion. An
Enhanced Level of Service has been set at $2,000 per working day that the
contractor precedes the substantial completion date up to a maximum of $50,000.
Should the contractor not meet the project schedule as included in the tender
documents, a Penalty of $2,000 per working day from the time of the scheduled
substantial completion to the actual substantial completion will be applied. The
intent is the enhanced level of service will be funded through the project
contingency and/or the overall approved capital fund budget envelope.
POLICY - TENDERING OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
This recommendation aligns with policy for the tendering of
construction contracts, adhering to the City's General Specifications and specific
project specifications.
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STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
This report aligns with Council's Priorities for GROW, GREEN, MOVE and PERFORM
as the project involves reconstructing sections of a city street currently in poor
condition while leveraging Other Share funding. The work also includes installing
a new storm sewer, allowing for separation of sanitary sewer and storm sewer
flows within the project limits.
During the design phase of the work for this project, a review of the Central
Peninsula Secondary Plan (The Secondary Plan) was completed. The Secondary
Plan contains several Policies and Proposals relating to the Central Peninsula.
Throughout the engagement process in developing the Secondary Plan, more
street trees and greening was identified as a community priority. There was also
a noted desire to improve pedestrian infrastructure.
The reconstruction of Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen Square North)
includes the renewal of the water and sanitary sewer infrastructure as well as the
installation of new storm sewer infrastructure for separation. A few noteworthy
improvements include:
Road Narrowing The existing street cross-section (asphalt width) on
Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen Square North) will be reduced
from an average of 10.7 m to 8.3 m. This will maintain sufficient width for
a travel lane, on-street parking (east side) and the addition of a bike lane
(west side) while enhancing safety through traffic calming.
Bike Lane Installation A new 1.8 m wide bike lane will be included on the
west side of Charlotte Street. The Secondary Plan and Move SJ has
identified Charlotte Street (Broad Street to Union Street) as being a
a dedicated bike
lane. Several Traffic By-law amendments have already been approved to
support this work.
Curb Extensions Curb extensions will be installed on the east side of
Charlotte Street and in the Charlotte Street / Queen Street and Charlotte
Street / Queen Square North intersections. These extensions will improve
pedestrian safety by reducing the crossing distances for pedestrians as well
as making pedestrians about to cross Charlotte Street more visible to
motorists. This is achieved by moving the crossing point away from the
curb, and from any parked vehicles to a location that is more in line with
through the traffic calming which results from the reduced street cross-
section (asphalt width) at the intersections.
On-street Parking The current alternate side on-street parking on
Charlotte Street has been changed through by-law amendment to allow
for on-street parking on the east side of Charlotte Street only, resulting in
year-round parking on this side of the street only.
Pedestrian Access Ramps Access ramps will be installed in the sidewalks
at pedestrian crossings that are flush with the asphalt roadway surface.
This will remove any barriers to access by all users of the pedestrian
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transportation infrastructure. Tactile warning surface indicators will also
be installed at all crosswalks.
Sidewalks Replacement of aging sidewalks with new concrete curb and
sidewalk will improve pedestrian infrastructure, while enhancing the
quality of life for members of the community.
Landscape Improvements The addition of grass medians and street trees
provides greenspace between the road and the sidewalk thereby
enhancing an area where many of the buildings either face directly at the
street or are at the edge of the right-of-way. Street trees, once fully grown,
can act as another traffic calming measure as these create a tunneling
effect.
priorities.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
The municipal infrastructure along Charlotte Street (St. James Street to Queen
Square North) is currently in poor condition and requires replacement. This
infrastructure renewal effort reduces the likelihood of future service disruptions
for residents, addressing potential failures in the existing infrastructure.
Additionally, the project includes the separation of stormwater and sanitary sewer
flows within the project limits further contributing to the overall improvement of
the area's infrastructure. The storm sewer that is being installed in this section of
Charlotte Street will also support the further separation of sanitary and storm
sewer flows on other sections of the Central Peninsula.
This project also provides for the opportunity to make several streetscape
enhancements that will improve the safety of this section of Charlotte Street for
all users of the transportation infrastructure.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
This design was reviewed by Growth and Community Services, SJ Water, and the
Public Works and Transportation Department.
The tendering process for this project was completed in accordance with the City's
Strategic Procurement Policy and Supply Chain Management supports the
recommendation being put forth.
In February 2025, staff met with the Saint John Ability Advisory Committee about
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the planned work and on March 11 , 2025, staff hosted a Public Information
Session for this project.
ATTACHMENTS
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M&C No.2025-083
Report DateMarch 17, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaUtilities and
Infrastructure Services
Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Council
SUBJECT:Public Information Session: Heather WaySanitary Sewer
Installation
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
HollyYoungIan Fogan/Michael BakerJ. Brent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that this report be received and filed.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to informCouncilofthe Public Information Session
that will be held in relation to thefollowing projecton Heather Way, from
Dunnett Drive to the northern entrance of Boyaner Cresent, Sanitary Sewer
Installation.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS
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October 28, 2024: M&C 2024-287: 2025 General and Utility Fund Capital
Budgets, approved
REPORT
Heather Way -The approved 2025Water & Sewerage Utility Fund Capital
Program includesOther Share funding for the design and construction ofa
sanitary sewer on Heather Way, from Dunnett Drive to the northern entrance
of Boyaner Crescent. The Tender for this projectis expected to closeon March
26th, 2025. Construction is expected to start in May and will continueuntil
August 2025.
This project will have aminor impact on the local areasduring construction. It
is for this reason that staff have decided to hold a Public Information Session
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to allow local residents and businesses an opportunity to view the project
drawings and ask questions about the project.
The following Public Information Session will be held:
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Tuesday, March 25, 2025
3:30 pm 7:30 pm
New Brunswick Community College
Classroom C-1100 (950 Grandview Avenue)
This report is being provided for the information of Council and to extend an
invitation to any Councillors who may wish to attend the Public Information
Session.
The Public Information Session will be posted on the City website and a copy
of the attached notice will be delivered door to door in the project area.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
project includes installing a new sanitary sewer while leveraging Other Share
funding.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
The installation of new infrastructure a sanitary sewer will support future
development in the adjacent area. The approved Capital Program includes
for the project will come from the Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF).
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
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ATTACHMENT
Heather Way Sanitary Sewer Installation
HAND DELIVERED
PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION
HEATHER WAY SANITARY SEWER INSTALLATION
During the 2025 construction season, the City of Saint John will be installing a new sanitary
sewer on Heather Way from Dunnett Drive to the northern entrance of Boyaner Cresent.
The project generally includes the installation of a new sanitary sewer in the southbound lanes
of Heather Way and reinstatement within the limits of the trench.
The project is anticipated to begin in May 2025 and is expected to be completed by mid-August
2025. Prior to construction another notice will be distributed to inform residents and business
owners of the actual construction start date.
Representatives from the City of Saint John and the project design team from CBCL Limited will
be available to answer questions related to the project. The public is invited to drop in anytime
during the following period to attend an information session for this project:
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Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Place: New Brunswick Community College
Classroom C-1100
950 Grandview Avenue, Saint John, NB
Time: 3:30 pm 7:30 pm
For further information about this project, please contact the City of Saint John,
Holly Young at (506) 658-4455.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS:Purple Day is a global effort dedicated to promoting epilepsy
awareness in countries around the world;
WHEREAS:Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions,
estimated to affect over 50 million people worldwide and 42 people
in Canada are diagnosed every day;
WHEREAS:One in ten persons will have at least one seizure during his or her
lifetime;
WHEREAS:The public is often unable to recognize common seizure types, or
how to respond with appropriate first aid; and,
WHEREAS:Purple Day will be celebrated on March 26 annually to increase
understanding, reduce stigma and improve the quality of life for
people with epilepsy throughout the country and globally.
NOW THEREFORE: I,Mayor Donna Noade Reardon, of SaintJohndo hereby
proclaim March 26, 2025as Purple Dayin The City of Saint John, in an effort
to raise awareness of epilepsy in Canada.
In witness whereof I have set my hand and affixed the official seal of the Mayor
of the City of Saint John.
Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution
Crisis Care Facility Text Amendment
Public Hearing: March 24, 2025
Item Required: Recommendation
(Y/N)
Municipal Plan No
Amendment
stnd
Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to By-Law
Amendment Number C.P. 111-192 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of
the City of Saint John.
Other No
rd
Tentative 3 Reading: April 7, 2026
Item: Required: Recommendation
(Y/N)
Municipal Plan No
Amendment
rd
Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number
Amendment C.P. 111-192 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City
of Saint John.
Recission of No
Previous s. 39/s.
59 Conditions
Section 59 No
Conditions
Section 59 No
Agreement
Section 131 No
Agreement
Other No
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 24,2025
Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT:Zoning By-law Text Amendment –Crisis Care Facility
On February 10, 2025, Common Council referred the above matter to the
Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation. The Committee
considered the attached report at its February19, 2029meeting.
Yeva Mattson, Plannerwith Growth and Community Services, appeared before
the Committee and provided an overview of the proposed amendment.
No members of the public appeared before the committee to speak in favour or
oppositionand no letters were received regarding the application.
RECOMMENDATION:
1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled
“By-law No. C.P. 111-192, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The
City of Saint John.”
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Mitchel
Chair
Attachments
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Date:February14,2025
To:Planning Advisory Committee
From:Growth & Community Services
Meeting:February19, 2025
SUBJECT
Applicant:The City of Saint John
Application Type:Zoning By-law Amendment
Jurisdiction:The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory
Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning
proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law. Common Council will
consider the Committee recommendation at a public hearing on
Monday, March10, 2025.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Growth and CommunityServiceshasinitiated a Bylaw Amendment to expand the range of
zones that permit Crisis Care Facilityas a use.The intent is to create opportunities for the
development of Crisis Care Facilities on Utility Service (US) sites, consistent with the approach
of allowing such uses in commercial areas.
RECOMMENDATION
1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-law No.C.P.
111-192,A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John.”
ANALYSIS
Background
On December 15, 2014, the Common Council adopted ZoneSJ, the city's current Zoning By-
Law, incorporating best practices in land use planning and aligning with community standards
set by Saint John’s 2012 Municipal Development Plan, PlanSJ.
Since adoption, there have beena number ofamendments to the By-Law including City directed
amendments to address trends in urban planning and landdevelopmentas well as new City
policies and direction.
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City of Saint John Zoning By-Law: Administrative AmendmentsFebruary14, 2024
In July 2024, Common Council adopted the Housing for All Strategy, which established the
community’s approach to addressing homelessness over the next three years through a person-
centred and human rights approach. One of the two key outcomes of the Strategy is:
“To provide safe community spaces for access by all residents, while supporting
individuals as they access housing that meets their specific needs.”
The Housing for All approach incorporates a number of actions that focus on the development
of temporary housing while more permanent housing solutions are being developed. This
includes the provision of emergency shelter beds which provide temporary housing solutions
through the development of Crisis Care Facilities. As part of the implementation of the Housing
for All Strategy, Staff are proposing to amend the Zoning By-Law to permit Crisis Care Facilities
in the Utility Service (US) zone, creating additional sites that could support the establishment of
additional emergency shelter beds.
Crisis Care Facility
A Crisis Care Facility is an establishment that provides short-term accommodation to a person
in crisis requiring immediate lodging and may involve 24-hour supervision and personal support
service. These facilities are a key component in the overall housing continuum, providing
immediate shelter for those who do not have permanent housing.
When the Zoning By-Law was adopted in 2014, the Crisis Care Facility use was permitted in the
Urban Centre Residential (RC), Uptown Commercial (CU), Campus Research Commercial
(CRC), Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN), and Major Community Facility (CFM) zones.
This zoning was designed to align with the locations of the existing Crisis Care Facilities which
were largely centralized within the Central Peninsula.
In 2022, after Common Council endorsed the City’s Affordable Housing Action Plan, staff
undertook additional amendments to the Zoning By-Law focusing on increasing affordability
within the City. Included in this amendment was expanding the Crisis Care Facility as a
permitted use in the High-Rise Residential (RH), Mid-Rise Residential (RM), Corridor
Commercial (CC), Regional Commercial (CR), and General Commercial (CG) zones.
Through expanding the zones in which the Crisis Care Facility is a permitted use, it broadens
the sites that can be considered for this type of use without undergoing a rezoning process. This
included areas zoned for denser residential and commercial development, which are often
located on transit routes and in proximity to services. As Crisis Care Facilities are often
established due to specific needs of a community and may be required within a short timeframe,
there is a direct benefit in ensuring that there are a diverse range of sites that could be activated
with this use in a timely manner.
In light of the continued need to support the creation of both permanent and more temporary
Crisis Care Facilities, staff are proposing the addition of a Crisis Care Facility use to the Utility
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City of Saint John Zoning By-Law: Administrative AmendmentsFebruary14, 2024
Service (US) zone. Utility Service sitesare often owned and maintained by the City or a large
utility provider. These sites are located across the City and range from small, fully developed
sites to larger vacant lots. The inclusion of the Crisis Care Facility as a permitted use will
establish additional sites, often owned by the City, that could be quickly activated when an
immediate need for a Crisis Care Facility arises.
While this amendment would establish the Crisis Care Facility as a permitted use in the Utility
Service zone, not all Utility Service sites will be suitable for the use. Some properties may not
be suitable due to their small lot size or due to the scale or intensity of the existing use. In
addition, as these sites largely support the infrastructure and utility needs of the City, a rezoning
to a zone that would permit a Crisis Care Facility may not be feasible due to the existing use of
the site.
Changes to the Use
In addition to the proposed amendment identified above, additional changes are being proposed
associated with the Use.
Staff are proposing to update the definition of the Crisis Care Facility to provide increased
flexibility in the operations of the facility. This would provide the ability to established facility
supervision requirements based on the operation requirements as opposed to specifically 24-
hour supervision. The proposed definition is shown below.
“crisis care facility means an establishment that provides short-term accommodation to a person
in crisis requiring immediate lodging and may involve supervision and personal support service.”
In addition, Staff are proposing a change to the parking requirements for the Crisis Care Facility.
The Zoning By-Law requires that 1 parking stall be provided per employee. In order to facilitate
enhanced flexibility for the use, it is being proposed that the parking requirements be at the
discretion of the Development Officer. This would enable staff to work with an applicant to
determine the parking requirements based on their operational and site needs including
considerations for offsite and shared parking with nearby sites.
Conclusion
The proposed amendment to the Crisis Care Facility use aligns with the goals of the Housing for
All Strategy and will support a key action item to provide additional opportunities for the
provision of emergency housing and shelter beds. These proposed changes will provide
additional locations for the establishment of Crisis Care Facilities, will enhance flexibility in their
design and operations and will provide a streamlined approval process when these facilities are
required on a Utility Service site.
The proposed amendments conform to the policy direction in the Municipal Plan and the City’s
Zoning Bylaw. Through the undertaking of these amendments, staff are ensuring that the
Zoning By-law continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of the community and increasing
clarity and efficiency of the application process.
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City of Saint John Zoning By-Law: Administrative AmendmentsFebruary14, 2024
ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
No other alternatives have been considered.
ENGAGEMENT
Notice of the Public Hearing for the proposed By-Law amendments will be posted on the City of
Saint John website on or before February 17, 2025.
APPROVALS AND CONTACT
ManagerDirectorCommissioner
Jennifer Kirchner, RPP, Pankaj Nalavde, RPP,Amy Poffenroth, P.Eng.,
MCIP MCIP MBA
Contact: Yeva Mattson, RPP, MCIP
Telephone: (506) 721-8453
Email: yeva.mattson@saintjohn.ca
Application:
APPENDIX
Attachment 1: By-law No. C.P. 111-192
Attachment 2: Map of Utility Service (US) sites
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BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-19 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-19 ARRÊTÉ
MODIFIANT L’ARRÊTÉ DE ZONAGE
A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-LAW
OF THE
CITY OF SAINT JOHN
DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
Lors d’une réunion du conseil
Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in
Common Council convened, as follows:
communal, The City of Saint John a décrété
ce qui suit :
The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John
L’Arrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John,
enacted on the fifteenth day of December,
décrété le 15 décembre 2014, est ainsi
modifié :
A.D. 2014, is amended by:
1.Deleting the definition of “Crisis Care1.L’article3.1 est modifié par
suppression de la définition de
Facility” at section 3.1 and replacing it
with the following:« centre pour personnes en état de
crise » et son remplacement par ce
qui suit :
“Crisis Care Facility” means an « centre pour personnes en état de
establishment that provides short-term crise » Établissement fournissant un
accommodation to a person in crisis hébergement à court terme aux
requiring immediate lodging and may personnes en situation de crise qui
involve supervision and personal support éprouvent un besoin immédiat
service. d’hébergement et où peuvent être
fournis des services de surveillance et
de soutien à la personne.
2.Deleting the words “1 per employee”2.Le tableau de l’alinéa 4.2b) est
immediately following “Crisis Caremodifié par suppression des mots
Facility” in the Table at paragraph 4.2(b)« un par employé » immédiatement
and replacing them with:après « centre pour personnes en état
“at the discretion of the Developmentde crise » et leur remplacement par
Officer”.les mots : « à la discrétion de l’agent
d’aménagement ».
3.Adding at section 12, the following words3.L’article 12 est modifié par adjonction
in alphabetical order under the followingen ordre alphabétique des mots
headings of Table 12-1:suivants sous les rubriques suivantes
du tableau 12-1 :
Usage Zone où permis
Use Zone Permitted
Centre pour personnes en état de
Crisis Care Facility US
crise US
4.La liste du paragraphe 12.6(1) est
modifiée par adjonction en ordre
4.Adding in alphabetical order to the list inalphabétique des mots « centre pour
Subsection12.6(1)the words “Crisis Carepersonnes en état de crise; ».
Facility;”.
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a
fait apposer son sceau communal sur le
présent arrêté le X XXXXXXX 2025, avec les
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John
signatures suivantes :
has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the
said City to be affixed to this by-law the X day of
XXXXXXX, A.D. 2025 and signed by:
_______________________________________
Mayor/Mairesse
__________________________________________
City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité
First Reading - X Première lecture -X
Second Reading - X Deuxième lecture - X
Third Reading - X Troisième lecture - X
BY-LAW NUMBERC.P.111-192ARRÊTÉ NOC.P.111-192ARRÊTÉ
A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-LAW
OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
Lors dune réunion du conseil
Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in
Common Council convened, as follows:
communal, The City of Saint John a décrété
ce qui suit :
The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John
LArrêté de zonage de The City of Saint John,
enacted on the fifteenth day of December,
décrété le 15 décembre 2014, est ainsi
modifié :
A.D. 2014, is amended by:
1. 1. 3.1 est modifié par
3.1 and replacing it suppression de la définition de
with the following: « centre pour personnes en état de
crise » et son remplacement par ce
qui suit :
Crisis Care Facilityan « centre pour personnes en état de
establishment that provides short-term crise » Établissement fournissant un
accommodation to a person in crisis hébergement à court terme aux
requiring immediate lodging and may personnes en situation de crise qui
involve supervision and personal support éprouvent un besoin immédiat
service. et où peuvent être
fournis des services de surveillance et
de soutien à la personne.
2. Deleting the 2. 4.2b) est
immediately following modifié par suppression des mots
in the Table at paragraph 4.2(b) « un par employé » immédiatement
and replacing them with: après « centre pour personnes en état
at the discretion of the Development de crise » et leur remplacement par
O. les mots : « à la discrétion d
».
3. Adding at section 12, the following words 3. Lrticle 12 est modifié par adjonction
in alphabetical order under the following en ordre alphabétique des mots
headings of Table 12-1: suivants sous les rubriques suivantes
du tableau 12-1 :
Usage Zone où permis
Use Zone Permitted
Centre pour personnes en état de
Crisis Care Facility US
crise US
4. Adding in alphabetical order to the list in 4. La liste du paragraphe 12.6(1) est
Subsection 12.6(1) modifiée par adjonction en ordre
Facility;. alphabétique des mots « centre pour
personnes en état de crise; ».
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a
has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the
fait apposer son sceau communal sur le
said City to be affixed to this by-law the __ day of
présent arrêté le __ ______ 2025, avec les
______, A.D. 2025 and signed by:
signatures suivantes :
_______________________________________
Mayor/Mairesse
__________________________________________
City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité
First Reading - Première lecture -
Second Reading - Deuxième lecture -
Third Reading - Troisième lecture -
Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution
Property: 801 Loch Lomond Road
stnd
Public Hearing, 1 and 2 Reading: March 24, 2025
Item: Required: Recommendation
(Y/N)
Municipal Plan No
Amendment
stnd
Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to By-Law
Amendment Number C.P. 111-190 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of
the City of Saint John.
Other No
rd
3 Reading: Tentative Date is April 7, 2025
Item: Required: Recommendation
(Y/N)
Municipal Plan No
Amendment
rd
Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number
Amendment C.P. 111-190 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City
of Saint John.
Recission of No
Previous s. 39/s.
59 Conditions
Section 59 No
Conditions
Section 59 No
Agreement
Section 131 No
Agreement
Other No
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 24, 2025
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade Reardonand
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT:Rezoning
801 Loch Lomond Road (portion of PID 00436659)
On January 27,2025,Common Council referred the above matter to the
Planning Advisory Committeefor a report and recommendation. The Committee
considered the attached report at itsFebruary 19,2025,meeting.Thomas
Lewallen,Planner with Growth and Community Services, provided an overview
ofthe application via a PowerPoint presentation.
Rick Turner, the applicant,appeared before the Committee. Peter Pappas,
Committee Member, asked the applicant about the use of a landscaping berm
between the existing daycare and the proposed SPCA location. Rick Turner
noted that it will hide the parking lot and also help to reduce any noise.
Brad Mitchell, Committee Chair, asked the applicant why there were two sheds
on the property and why it was not considered to include storage within the main
building? Rick Turner explained that at least one shed was required, but there
are provisions within the By-Law that allow for two. Rick Turner also noted that
there were certain things that needed to be stored that
main building.
No other persons appeared before the Committee. Noletters were received
regarding the application. The Committee unanimously adopted the Staff
Recommendation to Common Council presented below.
RECOMMENDATION:
1.That Common Council rezone a portion of land with an area of approximately
13,218 squaremetres, located at 801 Loch Lomond Road, also identified as
part of PID 00436659, fromBusiness Park Commercial (CBP) to Commercial
Corridor (CC).
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Mitchell
Chair
Attachments
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Date: February 14, 2025
To: PlanningAdvisory Committee
From:Growth &Community Services
Meeting: February 19, 2025
Applicant:Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc.
Landowner: Scott Bros. Ltd.
Location: 801 Loch Lomond Road
PID: Portion of 00436659
Existing PlanDesignation:Regional Retail Centre
Existing Zoning: Business Park Commercial (CBP)
Proposed Zoning:Commercial Corridor (CC)
Application Type:Rezoning
Jurisdiction:TheCommunity Planning Actauthorizes the Planning
Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council
concerning proposed amendments to the Municipal Plan
and Zoning By-Law. Common Council will consider the
Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on
March 10, 2025.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This applicationis seeking to rezone a portion of the subject property fromBusiness Park
Commercial (CBP) to Corridor Commercial (CC)under the Zoning By-Law.The portion of the
property being rezoned will be subdivided from the parent parcel following rezoning. The
rezoning is required to permit the developmentof an animal shelterrun by the SPCA. Approval
of the application is recommended.
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Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc.801 Loch Lomond RoadFebruary 14, 2025
RECOMMENDATION
That Common Council rezone a portionof land with an area of approximately 13,218square
metres, located at 801 Loch Lomond Road, also identified aspart of PID 00436659, from
Business Park Commercial (CBP) to Commercial Corridor (CC).
ANALYSIS
Proposal
This application isseeking to rezone a portion of thesubject property from Business Park
Commercial (CBP) to Corridor Commercial (CC)under the Zoning By-lawin order to permit the
development of an animal shelter. The portion of the property being rezoned will be subdivided
from the parent parcel following rezoning.
Site and Neighbourhood
The subject property is a vacant lot situated along acommercially zonedsection of Loch
Lomond Road, between Commerce Drive and McAllister Drive. This commercially zoned area
acts as a buffer between the industrial lands to the south of Loch Lomond Road and the
residential neighbourhoodlocated off Mark Drive and McAllister Drive.
Theportion of the subject propertyproposed for rezoning and subdivision will have access to
Loch Lomond Road througha 20-metre-wide strip of land, classifying it as a ‘flag lot.’ The
surrounding area consists primarily of car-oriented commercial businesses, with a daycare
located at 815 Loch Lomond Road and a church directly across the street at 840 Loch Lomond
Road.
Zoning
The subject property is currently zoned Business Park Commercial (CBP). The CBP zone
accommodates areas that are generally identifiedfor employment uses including business
offices, research, and development facilities, and light manufacturing and assembly.Residential
uses are permitted in conjunction with a non-residential use.
To facilitate the proposed developmentof an animal shelter, the applicant is seekingto rezone
the property from CBP to Corridor Commercial (CC). The CC zone accommodates a wide range
of vehicle oriented commercial and compatible light industrial uses along major thoroughfares
within the City. The area contains a variety of commercial designations, with the CC zone being
introduced intothe area in October 2024, through a rezoning (C.P. 111-181) for land near the
corner of Loch Lomond Roadand Commerce Drive.
Overall, theproposedrezoning of the subject site to the CC zone represents the continued
evolution of the area and will support the continued commercial development within an
underdeveloped commercial node within the City.
Municipal Plan
The subject propertyis locatedwithin the Regional Retail Centredesignationand more
specifically the McAllister Regional Retail Centre. The McAllister Regional Retail Centre is one
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of two major Regional Retail Centres in the City which provides commercial, retail and service-
based uses intended to serve all of Southwestern New Brunswick.The proposed development
is an animal shelter, which would provide a necessary service to Saint John and the broader
region, aligning with the overall objective of the land use designation.An analysis of the
proposal topolicies of the Municipal Plan is available as an attachment.
While the Corridor Commercial (CC) zone is most often found within the Corridor Commercial
designation ofthe Municipal Plan, there are many instances of the CC zoning being used within
the Regional Retail Centre designationincluding along McAllister Drive. These occurrences of
theCC zoneprovide opportunities for different commercial land uses to be developed within the
RegionalRetail Centre, which can complementthe main uses provided through the Regional
Commercial (CR)zone.
The proposed developmentis located in the periphery of the Regional Retail Centre, in anarea
developed withvehicle-oriented commercial development. The land uses in this area align with
thepermitted uses of the Corridor Commercial zone, ensuring compatibilitywith the proposed
development. Thebuilt form proposed for the animal shelteris ofa similar scale to the existing
development and the intended land use would be compatible with the existing development of
the area.
The proposed rezoning and development of an animal shelter aligns with the overall policy
direction of the Municipal Plan and the direction established for the Regional Retail Centre. The
proposed development is a service-based land use which will serve residents of the City and
beyond.
Infrastructure and Protective Services
The proposal was circulated to theCity’s Infrastructure Development, Public Works, Building
and Fire and Emergency Management Service Areasfor comment. No concerns were raised by
regarding the proposed development.
This portion of Loch Lomond Road has access to municipal water and stormwater infrastructure,
however municipal sanitaryservices are not located within the road. The nearest municipal
sanitary service is over 350 metres away on McAllister Drive. To facilitate the proposed
development, the applicant will be required to install a private septic system.Provincial licensing
will be required for the installation of theseptic system.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this application seeks to rezone a portion of the subject property from Business
Park Commercial (CBP) to Corridor Commercial (CC) under the Zoning By-Law. Following
rezoning,the rezoned portion of the subject property will be subdivided from the parent parcel to
facilitate the development of an SPCA-operated animal shelter. Given the alignment of the
proposed use with the intended land-use policies and zoning objectives, approval of this
application is recommended.
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Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc.801 Loch Lomond RoadFebruary 14, 2025
ALTERNATIVES ANDOTHER CONSIDERATIONS
No alternatives are proposed.
ENGAGEMENT
Notice of the PublicHearing for the rezoning willbe postedon the Cityof Saint John website on
or beforeFebruary7, 2025.In accordance withthe Committee’s Rulesof Procedure,
notification oftheapplication wassent to landowners within100 metresof the subject property
onFebruary 2025.
APPROVALSAND CONTACT
AuthorManagerDirector Commissioner
Thomas LewallenJennifer KirchnerPankaj, NalavdeAmy Poffenroth
MCIP, RPPMCIP, RPP
Contact:Thomas Lewallen
Telephone:(506) 977-00274
Email:thomas.lewallen@saintjohn.ca
Application:24-0298
APPENDIX
Map 1:Aerial Photography
Map 2:Future Land Use
Map 4:Current Zoning
Map 5: Proposed Zoning
Attachment1:Site Photography
Submission 1: Site Plan
Submission 2: Subdivision Plan
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Site Photo – 801 Loch Lomond Road
BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-190ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-190ARRÊTÉ
A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-
LAW
DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in
Lors d'une réunion du conseil communal,
Common Council convened, as follows:
The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit :
The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John
L'arrêté sur le zonage de The City of Saint
enacted on the fifteenth day of December, A.D.
John, décrété le quinze (15) décembre 2014,
2014, is amended by:
est modifié par :
Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The
City of Saint John, by rezoning a piece of land
zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant
having an area of approximately 1.32 hectares,
de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle
located at 801 Loch Lomond Road, also
de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 1.32
identified as a portion of PID 00436659, from hectares, situé au 801, chemin Loch
Lomond, également identifié comme une
Business Park Commercial (CBP) to Corridor
partie de NID 00436659, de la zone
Commercial (CC)
commerciale - à
zone commerciale de corridor (CC)
toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le
all as shown on the plan attached hereto and
plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté.
forming part of this by-law.
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John
fait apposer son sceau communal sur le
has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the
présent arrêté le 7ème avril 2025, avec les
said City to be affixed to this by-law the 7th day
signatures suivantes:
of April, A.D. 2025 and signed by:
_______________________________________
Mayor/Mairesse
______________________________________
City Clerk/Greffier de la Ville
First Reading March 24, 2025 Première lecture 24 mars 2025
Second Reading March 24, 2025 Deuxième lecture 24 mars 2025
Third Reading April 7, 2025 Troisième lecture 7 avril 2025
Council Application
GROWTH & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
CITY OF SAINT JOHN
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CIVIC ADDRESSAPPLICATION #
PAID
TYPE OF APPLICATION
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF APPLICATION
The proposal is to rezone a portion of PID 00436659 to permit the development of an animal shelterand
related facilities. We suggest Corridor Commercial(CC) would be an appropriate designation. Since there
is no municipal sewer available to the property sewage will be treated by a septic or treatment system
designed by a professional engineer. Municipal water is located on Loch Lomond Road. The development
concept at this time will consist ofa main building containing between 15,000 and 20,000 sq. ft. with several
accessory structures and support facilities.
Subdivision approval of a lot to accommodate the facility has also been applied for.
ENCUMBRANCES
AUTHORIZATION
Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment
RE: 801 Loch Lomond Road (portion of PID 00436659)
Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to
consider an amendment to the Zoning Bylaw at its regular meeting to be held in the Council
Chambers on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. by:
1. Rezoning a parcel of land having an area of approximately 1.32 ha, located at 801 Loch
Lomond Road, also identified as a portion of PID Number 00436659, from Business Park
Commercial (CBP) to Corridor Commercial (CC) as illustrated below.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
The rezoning is required to permit the development of an SPCA animal shelter.
For details on how to inspect the amendment, or to register to participate, please contact the
Office of the City Clerk at CityClerk@saintjohn.ca. Written objections to the amendment may be
provided in writing and/or verbally at the Public Hearing to be held by Common Council. To
cityclerk@saintjohn.ca
If you require French services for a Common Council meeting, please contact the office of the
City Clerk.
Jonathan Taylor, City Clerk
(506) 658-2862
M
Objet : 801, chemin Loch Lomond (partie de NID 00436659)
Par les présentes, un avis public est donné par lequel le conseil communal de The City of Saint
réunion ordinaire qui se tiendra dans la salle du conseil le lundi 24 mars 2025 à 18 h 30, en
apportant les modifications suivantes :
1. 1.32 ha, situé au 801, chemin
Loch Lomond, également identifié comme une partie de NID 00436659 de la zone
commerciale - ) à zone commerciale de corridor (CC), tel
dessous.
RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION:
Rezonage est nécessaire pour permettre le développement d'un refuge pour animaux de la
SPCA.
greffier de la municipalité
CityClerk@saintjohn.ca
Si vous souhaitez obtenir des services en français, veuillez contacter le bureau du greffier de la
municipalité.
Jonathan Taylor, greffier de la municipalité
(506) 658-2862
Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution
Property: 0 Bayside Drive (PID 55228134)
stnd
Public Hearing, 1 and 2 Reading: March 24, 2025
Item: Required: Recommendation
(Y/N)
Municipal Plan Yes That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule A
Amendment of the Municipal Development Plan, a parcel of land with an
area of approximately 34.38 hectares, located at 0 Bayside
Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from Rural Resource
Area to Stable Area.
That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule B
of the Municipal Development Plan, a parcel of land with an
area of approximately 34.38 hectares, located at 0 Bayside
Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from Rural Resource
to Rural Residential.
Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council deny rezoning a parcel of land with an
Amendment area of approximately 34.38 hectares, located at 0 Bayside
Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from Rural (R) to Rural
Residential (RR).
Other No
Date:February 14, 2025
To:PlanningAdvisory Committee
From:Growth &Community Services
Meeting: February 19, 2025
SUBJECT
Applicant:John S. Debly
Landowner: John S. Debly
Location: 0 Bayside Drive
PID: 55228134
Existing PlanDesignation:Rural ResourceandParks and Natural Areas(outside the
Primary Development Area)
ProposedPlan Designation: Rural Residentialand Park and Natural Areas (outside the
Primary Development Area)
Existing Zoning: Rural (RU)
Proposed Zoning:Rural Residential (RR)and Park (P)
Application Type:MunicipalPlan Amendmentand Rezoning
Jurisdiction:The Community Planning Actauthorizes the Planning
Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council
concerning proposed amendments to the Municipal Plan
and Zoning By-Law. Common Council will consider the
Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on
Monday,March10, 2025.
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John S. Debly0 Bayside Drive (PID 55228134)February 14, 2025
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The application proposes rezoning developable portions of the property from Rural (RU) to
Rural Residential (RR), requiring a Municipal Plan amendment to the Rural Residential
designation. Areas designated as Park and Natural Areas in the Municipal Plan would be
rezoned to Park (P) under the Zoning By-Law. The rezoning aims to enable a two-phase rural
residential neighbourhood, with Phase 1 involving12 dwelling units in total,four beingsingle-
family homesand fourduplexesalong a private road.A subdivision application would be
submitted at a later date.
Denial is recommended as the application conflicts with the Provincial Statements of Interest,
the Municipal Plan, and the Zoning Bylaw.
RECOMMENDATION
1.That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule A of the Municipal Development
Plan, a parcel of land with an area of approximately34.38 hectares, located at 0 Bayside
Drive, also identified asPID 55228134, from Rural Resource Area to Stable Area.
2.That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule B of the Municipal Development
Plan,a parcelof land with an area of approximately34.38 hectares, located at 0 Bayside
Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, fromRural Resourceto Rural Residential.
3.That Common Council deny rezoningaparcel of land with an area of approximately 34.38
hectares, located at 0 BaysideDrive, also identifiedas PID 55228134, from Rural (R) to
Rural Residential (RR).
ANALYSIS
Proposal
The application seeks to rezonethedevelopable portions of the property from Rural (RU) to
Rural Residential (RR) and wetlands from Rural (R) to Park (P). This requires an amendment to
the Municipal Plan to redesignate the developable areas from Rural Resource to Rural
Residential, while areas designated as Park and Natural Areas would remain the same. The
rezoning supports a two-phase development of a rural residential neighbourhood, with Phase 1
involving 12 dwelling units in total, four being single-family homes and four duplexes along a
private road.
Site and Neighbourhood
The subject property is located within themostlyruralRed Head neighbourhood on the City’s
southeast side. The greater neighbourhood is a mix of small, low-density residential
neighbourhoods along Red Head Road and stretches of rural residential along old Back River
Road. The southern edge of the McAllister Industrial Park is also located along Bayside Drive
which ends approximately 800 metres from the subject property. The property is located directly
south of lands used for Pit and Quarry operations including an active quarry located
approximately 90 metres of the subject property.
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John S. Debly0 Bayside Drive (PID 55228134)February 14, 2025
Zoning
The subject property is currently zoned Rural (R), which supports resource-based activities like
agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, with limited residential use to avoid disrupting resource
operations.This application is seeking to go to the Rural Residential (RR) zone which permits
unserviced residential development, including one-and two-unit dwellings, existing mobile
homes, and existing agricultural uses outside the Primary Development Area.
The subject propertyis located adjacent to lands zoned Pit and Quarry (PQ). This includes1925
Bayside Drive and the existing quarry operation located at 1875 Bayside Drive. The quarry
operation at 1875 Bayside Drive is located within 90 meters of the subject site.
Section 12.4(3)(a) of the PQ zone establishes setback distances between the operations of pits
and quarries and other uses such asresidential. The regulationis used when assessing
proposals to rezone a site for the development of a pit or quarry operationto help reduce the
potential for land use conflicts between useswithin the rural areas of the City. The PQ zone
requires that a quarry be locatedat least 200 meters and a pit 150 meters from a residential
zone.
The proposed rezoning would establish a Rural Residential (RR) property within 90 metres of an
operational quarry.This does not align with the established setback distanceswithin the PQ
zone,which were implementedto reduce the land use conflict between resource extraction and
residential land use in the rural areas of the City.
By not meeting the required separation distance between the quarry and residential uses, it
creates a land use compatibilityissue regarding the established resource operationsand
introducing new residential development within close proximity. This would result in the quarry
no longer conforming to the standards established within the Zoning By-Law and could impact
the ability for the quarry to continue or expand operations.
Municipal Plan Policy Analysis
The assessmentof the proposed developmentfocuses on land use, infrastructure,
environmental considerations, and alignment with the MunicipalPlan. A full assessment is
included as an attachment to this report.
Staff assessed the development proposal based on the policy direction established within the
Municipal Plan. Plan SJacknowledges the existence of existing residential development within
the rural areas of the City and established policies to focus residential development to areas
within the Primary Development Area and within our existing rural settlementareas.
Plan policies provide guidance for limited rural residential development, with the overall goal
being to maintain the rural character of the area, limit land use conflict, and ensure that the
Rural Resource Area canbeprimarily used for resource related activities including forestry
operations, wind and solar energy development, agriculture, fisheries and other extraction
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activities. The proposed developmentdoes not align with the intent of the Municipal Plan when
considering the creation of new rural residential development. This includes:
Limiting the use of the Rural Residential Area to existing settlement areas.
Allowing no more than two lots to be created from a host parcel.
Limit unserviced development to protect groundwater for existing users.
Not accept the dedication or creation of new public or private streets.
The proposed development does not align with the policy direction of the Municipal Plan, which
intends to limit the development of new rural residentials areas and to facilitate the ongoing use
of the Rural Resource Area for resource-baseduses.
Provincial Statement of Public Interest (SPI) Analysis
Applications to amend the Municipal Plan must take into consideration the Provincial
Statements of Public Interest, which were established by the Provincial Government to guide
development and land use decisions across the province. Alignment with the SPIs isa
requirement of all new land use plans and by-laws, including amendments to existing
documents. A full assessment is included as an attachment to this report.
Staff assessed the development proposal based on the SPIs. The SPIs discourages residential
sprawl in areas that are not serviced by existing infrastructure,inareas not connected to
existing residential development and where land use compatibility will be an issue. They
encourage the protection of non-renewable resourcesand resource activities from
encroachment by other uses including residential.
The proposed development does not align with the overall intent of the SPIs and does not align
with some of the specific policies related to when considering the creation of new residential
development. This includes:
Promoting efficient development and land use patterns.
Promoting development in locations with public infrastructure or services.
Limiting non-compatible land uses in areas identified for natural resource development.
Utilizing setbacks to ensure separation between pit and quarry operations and
residential development.
The proposed development does not align with the SPI direction to promote efficient land use
development that builds on existing development patterns and benefits from existing public
services. The SPIs equally acknowledge the importance of ensuring the ongoing ability to
develop and operate natural resource extraction within the rural areas and to ensure that would
establish a new residential development outside the City’s established settlement pattern, where
it would not utilize existing public infrastructure or services. The development would place a new
residential use within an area identified for rural uses and would be within proximityto an
existing quarry operation.
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Provincial Department of Environment and Local Government
The Department of Environment and Local Government (DELG) has raised concerns regarding
the proximity of an existing quarry to the proposed subdivision. The quarry, located at 1781 and
1875 Bayside Drive (PID 55239131), holds an Approval to Operate from DELG. They have
indicated that a new quarry application for 1925 Bayside Drive (PID 55188353) is under review.
1925 Bayside Drive iszonedPQ.
DELG’s siting guidelines for quarries establish setback requirements to minimize environmental
impacts and to regulate development. These include minimum distances from public highways,
watercourses, protected areas, structures, and residential properties. Notably, quarries must be
600 metres from drinking water wells unless written permission is grantedfrom the owner, and
100 metres from residential, industrial, or commercial structures.
Since no residential subdivision currently exists on the Subject Property (PID 55228134), both
the existing and proposed quarries meet DELG setback requirements. However, from an
environmental and land-use compatibility perspective, DELG notes that introducing residential
development near active and proposed quarry operations could lead to conflicts related to
drinking water wells, noise, dust, and other environmental factors.
The Rock Quarry Siting Standards from the Department of Environment and Local Government
are attached to this report.
Conclusion
The proposed rural subdivision is located within an area of the City that had been identified for
resource-basedland uses. TheCity’s growth directive, as established in PlanSJ, discourages
the development of new rural residential land uses within these areas.
Through Staff assessment, it has been determined that the proposed development is
incompatible with the Municipal Plan and Provincial Statements of Public Interest (SPIs)
including prioritizing residential development in identified growth areas where servicing is
available and to maintain rural resource areas for resource-basedoperations including resource
extraction such as quarries.
As a result of its incompatibility, Staff are recommending the denial of the redesignation of the
subject propertyto Stable Area and Rural Residentialand the rezoning to Rural Residential.
ENGAGEMENT
Public
On October 28, 2024, notice of the public presentation for the Municipal Plan Amendment and
associated 30-day comment period was posted on the City’s website. Notice of the Public
Hearing will be posted on the City of Saint John website onor beforeFebruary 7, 2025.
In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the application wassent
to landowners within 100 metres of the subject propertyonFebruary 10, 2025.
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APPROVALS AND CONTACT
AuthorManagerDirector Commissioner
Thomas LewallenJennifer KirchnerPankaj, NalavdeAmy Poffenroth
MCIP, RPPMCIP, RPP
Contact:Thomas Lewallen
Telephone:(506) 977-00274
Email: thomas.lewallen@saintjohn.ca
Application:24-0209
APPENDIX
Map 1: City Location
Map 2:Aerial Photography
Map 3:Future Land Use
Map 4:Proposed Future Land Use
Map 5:Zoning
Map 6:Proposed Zoning
Attachment1: Site Photography
Attachment 2:Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial Statement of Public Interest Review
Attachment 3: Department of Environmental and Local Government Letter
Attachment 4: Provincial RockQuarry Siting Standards
Submission 1:Well Capacity Letter
Submission 2:Site Plan
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Site Photos - 0 Bayside Drive PID 55228134
is
90m of
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, however,
in
is located
as mandated in
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require the development of a
based development including
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, which is located with
used to establish new residential
, are fixed in nature
is not
Rural Residential designation would be unable to connect to City
designation is intended for rural style
The Municipal Plan directs that the Rural
could potentially improve the quality of life to
of the City
instance of
the Red Head neighbourhood, and the other rural
are to be used for resource
private street and
Rural Residential
The closest 560 metres from the subject property. The surrounding properties to the subject site are designated Rural Resourcewhich agriculture, fisheries, forestry and resource extractionThe
extent with which the Rural Residential designation utilized inneighbourhoodsthe Municipal Plan.Residential designation development in our rural areas. The redesignation those seeking
a rural style subdivision neighbourhoodit would introduce a land use that is not compatible with the neighbouring quarry operationthe proposed residential developmentThe proposed development
would newwater and sanitary services.The proposed development would be within 90m of the neighbouring quarry operation. This would place residential within the mandated 200m setback,
possibly limiting the operation and possible expansions of the quarry. The residential development within the City, however, the policies associated with the designation does not permit
the expansion to incorporate new development. N/A
a.
b.c.d.e.f.g.
Assessment
Statement of Public Interest Review
.
;
by virtue of a lack of supply of quality land
Policy
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Is consistent with the general intent of the Municipal Plan and further advances the City Structure;Is necessaryalready designated in the Municipal Plan to accommodate the developmentEnhances
the community and the quality of life offered to residents of the City;Efficiently uses available infrastructure;Does not negatively impact the use and enjoyment of adjacent lands and
neighbourhoods;Is an appropriate use within the land use designation being sought for the property, and the proposal is consistent with the specific policies regulating development
in the designation; andAdequately addresses and mitigates any significant environmental impacts
a.b.c.d.e.f.g.
Municipal Plan Policy LU Not consider changing the designation of lands on the Future Land Use map (Schedule B) through a Municipal Plan amendment, unless the proposal:
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
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proposed
The redesignation
is in contradiction to
within the
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incorporate existing land
Park and Natural Area
coastlines
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s, and
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watercourse
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in this designat
area are currently designated as
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in phase 1, along with a private road. This
wetland
exceed the development allowances for the designation which
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proposed lots would require private well and septic systems. This is
w
The proposed development would require the change from the Rural Resource designation to the Rural Residential designation. The closest Rural Residential designation is over 500m awaexisting
residential buildings on the subject property.of lands to this designation is only intended touses, and therefore the proposal does not align with the policy direction. The proposed
development does not align with the policy direction as it would includes limiting the development to no more than two lots from a host parcel The proposed development would include
the creation of 8 lotspart lotsthis policy. Existing All 8 in contradiction to this policy.
developmentand
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application
Statement of Public Interest Review
designate lands to the
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Policy LU Not permit the expansion of Rural Residential development to lands not currently designated for this form of development. Council therefore shall not consider applications
to re Policy LU Permit the creation of new lots that have a minimum lot area of less than four (4) hectares (40,000 square metres) in the Rural Residential Area subject to compliance
with the provisions in the Zoning Bylaw and in keeping with the rural character of the area. Council shall permit the creation of no more than two (2) new lots from a host parcel and
will not permit the creation of any more than one (1) new access driveway per lot to a collector or arterial roadway as a result of such subdivisions, except where approved by Council
prior to the adoption of the Municipal Plan.Policy LU Council intends that the Park and Natural Areas designation will permit a range of conservation and appropriate recreational land
uses permitted in the City’s major regional and community parks, environmentally sensitive or significant areas, lands that aradjacent to watercourses, lands adjacent to the City’s
coastlines, estuarine areas, significant archaeological and geological sites, historic sites, designated heritage places and cemeteries. Policy NE Limit unserviced development to protect
groundwater for existing well users and to promote more compact urban settlement.
Rural Residential Area designation except where such anis necessary to recognize an unintentionally omitted existing or approved legal land use.
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
e used for the
Law and may
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operate within
m from a permitted
90
cannot
family homes and 4 duplexes
quarry
less than
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designation is intended to be used to
residential development and the
proposed development would establish
would be located
Rural Residential
land uses.
By this, the quarry would no longer conform to the
retain the designation.
based
a residentially zoned lot and a pit cannot operate within 150m
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ould
conflict between the proposed
Existing wetlands, watercourses, and coastlines within the proposed development area are currently designated as Park and Natural Area and w The proposed development of 4 singleQuarry.
Within the Pit and Quarry (PQ) zone, a 200m of of a residentially zoned lot. Thea existing quarry.setback requirements established within the Zoning Byimpact the operation of the quarry
in the future. As identified, thesupport existing rural residential development and not bestablishment of new residential development within the rural area, where there would be potential
for land use conflicts with existing rural resource
along a private road
Statement of Public Interest Review
8;
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7 and I
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floodplains and appropriately restrict
Financial inability of the City to absorb costs related to development and ensure efficient delivery of services, as determined through Policy IThe adequacy of central wastewater or
water services and storm drainage measures;Adequacy or proximity of school, recreation, or other community facilities;Adequacy of road networks leading to or adjacent to the development;
andPotential for negative impacts to designated heritage buildings or areas.
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Open storage;
Type of use;Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any proposed building;Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or transit access to and from the site;Parking;
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v.
The proposal is in conformity with the goals, policies and intent of the Municipal Plan and the requirements of all City bylaws.The proposal is not premature or inappropriate by reason
of:i.ii.iii.iv.v.Appropriate controls are placed on any proposed development where necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of:i.ii.iii.iv.
Policy NE Protect environmentally sensitive areas, including watercourses and wetlands, riparian areas, and development near these features.Policy I In considering amendments to the
Zoning Bylaw or the imposition of terms and conditions, in addition to all other criteria set out in the various policies of the Municipal Plan, have regard for the following:a.b.
c.
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
,
establish new
density residential density residential
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within the rural
family homes and 4
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4 single
create new low
is to create
Residential development outside the PDA is meant to be
. .
the existing rural settlement areas and to not
on a new rural subdivision. The proposed development is
The development would require the creation of a new
outside the City’s growth boundary (PDA)
property is located outside of the Primary Development Area
The where the City has established as the priority for residential developmentfocused to standalone residential development within the rural context. Assessment The proposed development
duplexeslocated resource area and is not an extension of an existing settlement pattern. private road and the use of private services. This does not align with the policy direction.
The proposed development woulddevelopment in a rural context.The proposed development would create new lowdevelopment
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Statement of Public Interest Review
term.
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Signs; and
Any other relevant matter of urban planning.
vi.vii.considerations.
The proposed site is suitable in terms of steepness of grade, soil and geological conditions, locations of watercourses, wetlands, and susceptibility of flooding as well as any other
relevant environmental consideration. The proposal satisfies the terms and conditions of Policy Irelated to timeframes and phasing of development; and the proposal meets all necessary
public health and safety
d.e.Policy MS Limit unserviced development in the City, shifting the priority for new development to be fully serviced with municipal services, and to take place within the Primary Development
Area.Provincial Statement of Public InterestSettlement Patterns SP.1 Promote efficient development and land use patterns that are in the best interests of the Province, local governments
and residents of the Province in the long SP.2 Promote a range of housing options such as size, type, density and design throughout communities.SP.3 Support the provision of a range
of affordable housing options throughout communities.
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
and does not
municipal water or
existing
family homes and 4 duplexes
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outside the City’s PDA which
4 single
located outside the City’s Primary
does not align with the policy direction.
does not align with the policy direction.does not align with the policy direction.
of
potential health or safety issues related to
not located near
able.
c
environmentally sensitive areas
The proposed development does not align with the
extraction and residential uses, to reduce the land use
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servicing.
areas not connected to public infrastructure.
proposed development
proposed developmentproposed development
Law. This setback is to maintain separation distances between
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This
The proposed development is not located nearinclude excessive clear cutting. The site is located within 90m of an active quarry operation, which contradicts the established setback requirements
in the City’s Zoning Byresourceconflict potential and any proximity including noise, dust, etc. The proposed development does not align with the policy direction.The proposed development
isDevelopment Area and is City’s Municipal Plan policies associated with limiting development in rural ThisThis policy is not appliThe proposed development is located in a rural area
of the City and would rely on the use of private vehicles as the key transportation mode. This This policy is not applicable. The proposed development is located established the growth
area for the City including 95% of all residential development.
sewer
Statement of Public Interest Review
brownfield development.
Promote development in downtowns and urban cores through
SP.4 Avoid development and land use patterns that may cause environmental or health and safety issues. SP.5 With respect to development that occurs in a community with existing or planned
public infrastructure and services, promote development in locations where the public infrastructure and services are or are planned to be available. SP.6 With respect to development
that occurs in a community with no existing or planned public infrastructure or services, promote development in locations with previously constructed and actively maintained roads.SP.7
Promote a range of transportation options, including public, regional and active transportation. SP.8 Promote the use of green infrastructure, including climate resilient lands. SP.9
increased density, infill, and
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
uld not
able.able.able.
ccc
proposed development is located in the rural area and woproposed development is located in the rural area and would subject site subject site subject site subject site subject site is
This policy is not appliThis policy is not appliThis policy is not appli The represent an expansion to existing settlement and land use patterns. The require the use of private servicing
including water and sanitary. The The The The The within the broader Rural Resource designated area. quarry.
Statement of Public Interest Review
backs, including reciprocal setbacks if appropriate,
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Agriculture AA.1 Identify prime agricultural areas and prioritize them for agricultural uses and other compatible uses. AA.2 Identify current and future areas for fishery use and aquaculture
use and prioritize them for those uses and other compatible uses. AA.3 Consider setbetween areas with an agricultural use, fishery use or aquaculture use and areas used for incompatible
purposes. Climate Change CC.1 Promote energy conservation and efficiency, improved air quality, climate change mitigation and climate change adaptation through development and land
use patterns. CC.2 Consider how the siting and design of infrastructure can improve air quality and energy conservation and efficiency, minimize the health and public safety impacts
of climate change and increase climate resiliency. Flood And Natural Hazard Areas hazard mapping, provincial erosion mapping and other resources. FH.2 Promote land use and development
in areas other than flood and natural hazard areas.FH.3 Promote land use and development that are not expected to natural hazards. FH.4 Promote land use and development that incorporate
mitigation measures with respect to flooding and natural hazards or that are appropriate for areas subject to natural hazards.Natural Resources
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
.
and would establish direct land use
does not align with the policy direction.does not align with the policy direction.does not align with the policy direction.
Law established setback criteria for quarry
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proposed development proposed development proposed development
City’s Zoning By
This The surquarry. This The The any dwelling. This
Statement of Public Interest Review
NR.4 Consider setbacks, and reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, between natural resource development areas or environmentally
Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy and Provincial
Department of Environment and Local Government
Rock Quarry Siting Standards
The objective of this document is to ensure that proposed rock quarries are established in a location
that will minimize their potential environmental impacts, and that the further development of existing
rock quarries is controlled. The setback criteria contained herein applies to all rock quarries in the
Province of New Brunswick.
Definitions:
Final Operational Perimeter: the final footprint of the Facility, as approved by the Department of
Environment and Local Government (the Department). This
includes, but is not limited to, all areas from which rock has been
or will be removed, as well as stockpiles and equipment footprints.
Rock Quarry the extraction of consolidated rock with the use of explosives and
may include aggregate processing, but is not considered a
construction blast
Setbacks:
The boundary of the final operational perimeter of a proposed rock quarry shall not be located within
the setback distances specified below:
a) 30 metres of the right-of-way boundary of a public highway, unless with the written
permission of the Department of Transportation;
b) 10 metres of an existing road or trail on crown land being utilized by any motorized vehicle.
Note that, in some cases, this setback could be reduced or removed upon consultation with
the Department of Natural Resources;
c) 100 metres of any public highway structure, unless with the written permission of the
Department of Transportation;
d) 60 metres of the bank or the ordinary high water mark of any watercourse or regulated
wetland;
e) 30 metres of the boundary of any existing area which has been designated as a Natural
Protected Area under the . Note that this is the minimum setback
distance and any new quarry development will require a consultation with the Department of
Natural Resources to determine if more stringent setbacks are required.
f) 100 metres of the foundation of a residential, industrial, institutional, or commercial structure
unless written permission of the structure owner(s) is obtained and submitted to the
Rock Quarry Siting Standard Page 1 of 2
Effective: August 2012 Reviewed: August 2014
Department for acceptance. For some structures (ex; wind turbines, oil and gas pipelines,
etc.) additional information may be required during the application review process;
g) 30 metres from the boundary of a wellfield protected area designated under the
as a source of water for a public water
supply system;
h) 30 metres from Protected Area B as designated under the
Quarrying activity within Protected Area C required an
exemption from the Department of Environment and Local Government. Note that no
quarrying activity is allowed in Protected Areas A and B;
i) 30 metres from any adjacent residential property boundary;
j) 30 metres from any adjacent non-residential property boundary, unless with the written
permission of the property owner; and
k) 600 metres from any drinking water supply well, unless the written permission of the well
owner(s) within the 600 metres is obtained and submitted to the Department for acceptance.
Written permission must be submitted to the Department, on a form provided by the
Department, and be notarized. Additional information may be required during the application
review process if the proposed rock quarry includes a final operational perimeter having
setbacks less than 600 metres from a well.
Previously approved final operational perimeters of quarries operating under a valid approval from
the Department shall not be affected by this standard. However, in cases where perimeters have
proceeded beyond one or more of the above-noted setbacks, no further encroachment is permitted.
Inquires:
For further information, please contact the nearest Department of Environment and Local
Government Regional Office.
Rock Quarry Siting Standard Page 2 of 2
Effective: August 2012 Reviewed: August 2014
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 24, 2025
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade Reardonand
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT:Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning
0 Bayside Drive (PID 55228134)
On January 27,2025,Common Council referred the above matter to the
Planning Advisory Committeefor a report and recommendation. The Committee
considered the attached report at itsFebruary 19,2025,meeting.Thomas
Lewallen,Planner with Growth and Community Services, provided an overview
ofthe application via a PowerPoint presentation.
John Debly, the applicantand owner,appeared before the Committee. The
applicant prepared a presentation for the Committee which has been attached to
this letter. The applicant noted that pits and quarry are intended to be temporary
in nature and wondered when the neighbouring quarry would be finished. The
applicant also noted that if the Provincialsetbacklimitingthe development of a
quarries within 600 metres of a well were to be strictly enforced, it would
negatively affect a significant portion of properties within the area.
Anne McShane, Committee Member, asked Staff, Thomas Lewallen, what the
reasoning behind the Pit and Quarry (PQ) zone setbacks were and how they
were initially decided upon. Staff was unable to provide an exact reason for why
the setbacks of the PQ zone were initially decided upon in 2014 butnoted that
the creation of zone standards must considerthe guidelines required by higher
levels of government. Staff also noted that it is common practice to evaluate the
best practices of other municipalities across Canada when considering how to
handlethe separation of incompatibleor dangeroususes.
No other persons appeared before the Committee. Noletters were received
regarding the application. The majority of the Committee adopted Staff
Recommendation to Common Council presented below, with one Committee
Member, Josephine Chekwas, voting in opposition.
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John Debly0 Bayside Drive (PID 55228134)February 24, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule A of the Municipal
Development Plan, a parcel of land with an area of approximately 34.38
hectares, located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from
Rural Resource Area to Stable Area.
2. That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule B of the Municipal
Development Plan, a parcel of land with an area of approximately 34.38
hectares, located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from
Rural Resource to Rural Residential.
3. That Common Council deny rezoning a parcel of land with an area of
approximately 34.38 hectares, located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified as
PID 55228134, from Rural (R) to Rural Residential (RR).
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Mitchell
Chair
Attachments
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BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 106-37 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 106-37
A LAW TO AMEND THE MUNICIPAL LOI MODIFIANT L'ARRÊTÉ RELATIF AU
PLAN MUNICIPAL
PLAN BY-LAW
Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in
Lors d'une réunion du conseil communal, The
Common Council convened, as follows:
City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit:
The Municipal Plan By-law of The City of Saint
L'arrêté concernant le plan municipal de The City
John enacted on the 30th day of January, A.D.
of Saint John décrété le 30 janvier 2012 est
2012 is amended by:
modifié par::
1. Redesignating on Schedule A of the
1.
Municipal Development Plan, land having
an approximate area of 34.88 hectares,
34.88 hectares, située au
located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified
0, promenade Bayside, également identifié
as PID 55228134, from Rural Resource
comme NID 55228134, qui passera de
Area to Stable Area.
secteur de ressources rurale à secteur
stable.
2. Redesignating on Schedule B of the
Municipal Development Plan, land having
2.
an approximate area of 34.88 hectares,
located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified
34.88 hectares, situé au 0
as PID 55228134, from Rural Resource
promenade Bayside, également identifié
to Rural Residential.
comme NID 55228134, qui passera de
ressources rurales à secteur résidentiel
- all as shown on the plan attached hereto
rural.
and forming part of this by-law.
- toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of
plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté.
Saint John has caused the Corporate
Common Seal of the said City to be affixed to
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait
this by-law the ___ day of ____ 2025 A.D. and
apposer son sceau communal sur le présent
signed by:
arrêté le __ ____ 2025, avec les signatures
suivantes:
_______________________________________
Mayor/Mairesse
___________________________________________
City Clerk/Greffier de la municipalité
First Reading Première lecture
Second Reading Deuxième lecture
Third Reading Troisième lecture
BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-191ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-191ARRÊTÉ
A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-
LAW
DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in
Lors d'une réunion du conseil communal,
Common Council convened, as follows:
The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit :
The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John
L'arrêté sur le zonage de The City of Saint
enacted on the fifteenth day of December, A.D.
John, décrété le quinze (15) décembre 2014,
2014, is amended by:
est modifié par :
Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The
City of Saint John, by rezoning a piece of land
zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant
having an area of approximately 34.88 hectares,
de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle
located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified as PID
de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 34.88
55228134, from Rural (R) to Rural Residential
hectares, situé au 0, promenade Bayside,
également identifié comme NID 55228134,
(RR)
de la zone rurale (R) à la zone
résidentielle rurale (RR)
toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le
all as shown on the plan attached hereto and
plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté.
forming part of this by-law.
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John
fait apposer son sceau communal sur le
has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the
présent arrêté le ____ ____ 2025, avec les
said City to be affixed to this by-law the ___ day
signatures suivantes:
of ___, A.D. 2025 and signed by:
_______________________________________
Mayor/Maire
______________________________________
City Clerk/Greffier de la Ville
First Reading Première lecture
Second Reading Deuxième lecture
Third Reading Troisième lecture
Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning
RE: 0 Bayside Drive (PID 55228134)
Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to
amend Zoning By-law at its regular meeting to be held in the Council Chambers on Monday,
March 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. by:
1. Redesignating Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate
area of 34.88 hectares, located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from
Rural Resource Area (outside of the Primary Development Area) to Stable Area
(outside the Primary Development Area).
2. Redesignating Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate
area of 34.88 hectares, located at 0 Bayside Drive, also identified as PID 55228134, from
Rural Resource (outside of the Primary Development Area) to Rural Residential
(outside the Primary Development Area).
3. Rezoning land having an approximate area of 34.88 hectares, located at 0 Bayside Drive,
also identified as PID 55228134, from Rural (R) to Rural Residential (RR).
REASON FOR CHANGE:
To permit the development of an 8 building, 12-unit residential subdivision.
For details on how to inspect the amendment, or to register to participate, please contact the
Office of the City Clerk at CityClerk@saintjohn.ca. Written objections to the amendment may be
provided in writing and/or verbally at the Public Hearing to be held by Common Council. To
cityclerk@saintjohn.ca
If you require French services for a Common Council meeting, please contact the office of the
City Clerk.
Jonathan Taylor, City Clerk
(506) 658-2862
Modification du planmunicipal et rezonage
Objet : 0 promenade Bayside (NID 55228134)
Par les présentes, un avis public est donné par lequel le conseil communal de La Ville de Saint
John indique son intention de modifier , lors de la réunion ordinaire qui se
tiendra dans la salle du conseil le lundi 24 mars 2025 à 18 h 30, en apportant les modifications
suivantes :
1.
superficie de 34.88 hectares identifiés comme NID 55228134 qui passera de secteur de
ressources rurales à secteur
stable (.
2.
superficie de 34.88 hectares identifiés comme NID 55228134 qui passera de secteur de
ressources rurales à secteur
résidentiel rural .
3. Rezonage d34.88 hectares, situé au 0 promenade Bayside,
également identifiée comme NID 55228134, de la zone rurale (R) à la zone résidentielle
rurale (RR).
RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION:
Permettre le développement d'un lotissement résidentiel de 8 bâtiments comprenant 12 unités
d'habitation.
greffier de la municipalité
CityClerk@saintjohn.ca présentées
Si vous souhaitez obtenir des services en français, veuillez contacter le bureau du greffier de la
municipalité.
Jonathan Taylor, greffier de la municipalité
(506) 658-2862
From: F V <jsdebly@gmail.com>
Sent: March 20, 2025 19:39
To:Lewallen, Thomas <Thomas.Lewallen@saintjohn.ca>
Cc: OneStop <onestop@saintjohn.ca>
Subject:Withdrawal of our Application from Monday, March 24ths council meeting
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Hi Thomas,
We are hearby withdrawing our application for Monday's council meeting.
Please confirm.
We are doing so because we have not received all the data we required for our presentation.
Regards,
John and Tobbi Debly
COUNCIL NOTICE OF MOTION
Received DateFebruary 20, 2025
Meeting DateFebruary 24, 2025
Open or ClosedOpen Session
Members of Common Council
SUBJECT: Selection Process for Deputy Mayor
Primary AuthorInput from CouncilInput from Staff
Mayor Donna Noade City Clerk
Reardon
PROPOSED MOTION:
That-law to allow the Mayor,
at the first meeting of a new Council,to nominate a Councillor-elect to serve as Deputy Mayor for a
4-year term.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Under current legislation,local governments in New Brunswick areresponsible for appointing a
Councillor to serve as Deputy Mayor. While the law mandates the appointment, it leaves the
process of selecting the Deputy Mayor to the discretionof eachmunicipal Council.
dbeen to appoint the Councillor who received the
highest number of votes in the municipal election as Deputy Mayor.In 2021, CommonCouncil
amended its Procedural By-law, altering this practice.
The new procedurestipulates that Councillors wishing to serve as Deputy Mayor must declare their
candidacy at the first meeting of the newly elected Council. At the next meeting, Council then
chooses its preferred candidate by adopting a resolution to appoint them as Deputy Mayor.
Theprocessof Council selecting the preferred candidatecan be divisive for a newly formed Council.
As an alternative, I suggest that the Council consider adopting a model similar to that of the City of
Fredericton.
Council then votes to confirm the appointment in an open session meeting.
I recommend that staff be directed to prepare an amendment to the Procedural By-law whereby
the Mayor, at the first meeting of a newly elected Council, would nominate a Councillor-elect to
serve as Deputy Mayor. This nomination would then require ratification of Council through a
resolution passed in an open session meeting. The suggested term length for the appointment
would be the term of Council.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT:
Good governance
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES:
INPUT FROM OTHERS:
ATTACHMENTS
COUNCIL NOTICE OF MOTION
Received DateMarch 3, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 10, 2025
Open or ClosedOpen Session
Members of Common Council
SUBJECT: Employee Group Benefits Coverage forCouncil members
Primary AuthorInput from CouncilInput from Staff
Deputy Mayor John City Clerk
MacKenzie
PROPOSED MOTION:
That the CAO be directed toreport back to Councilwith respect to extendingthe eligibilityfor the
employee group benefits package to members of Council.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Cityof SaintJohn offers its employeesagroup benefits package, including health and dental, which is not
currentlyavailable tomembers of Council. In my viewthere are several key reasons to consider extending
these benefitsto members of Council, which include fostering fairness, promoting health, and improving the
recruitment and retention of qualified individuals to public service.
1. Fairness and Equity
One of the fundamental principles of public administration is fairness and equity in how employees are
treated. Council members, like city employees, perform duties that require their time, effort, and
commitment to the City. They often work long hours and take on significant responsibilities, much like
other City employees.
2. Health and Well-being of Council Members
The physical and mental well-being of Council members directly impacts their ability to serve the
community effectively. Providing health, dental, and preventative carebenefits would encourage
Council members to prioritize their health, which in turn could improve their ability to focus on citywide
issues, decision-making, and long-term planning.
3. Recruitment and Retention of Qualified Candidates
Offering health and dental benefits would make serving on Council more appealing to a diverse pool of
qualified candidates. Health benefits are an important factor when potential candidates consider
whether to run for office, especially those with families or ongoing medical needs.
4. Alignment with Other Local Government Practices
Many other cities and municipalities offer health and dental benefits to their elected officials. Offering
these benefits would bring our City in line with best practices in local governance, where health and
wellness for elected officials are considered essential for maintaining effective leadership.
5. Financial Implications
While the cost of extending health and dental benefits to Council members would have a budgetary
impact, it is essential to evaluate this expense within the context of the City's overall budget.
Conclusion
Providing health and dental benefits to Council members is a fair, equitable, and practical step in
ensuring their well-being, promoting effective governance,
practices. In addition, it would also contribute to the recruitment and retention of qualified individuals
who are committed to serving the public.
I recommend that the CAO staff be directed to submit a report and recommendation to Common
Council outlining the various options of extending the employee group benefits package to Council
members.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT:
This aligns with the Council priority of Belong
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES: Staff would need to report back on the financial implications of this
initiative.
INPUT FROM OTHERS:
ATTACHMENTS
COUNCIL NOTICE OF MOTION
Received DateMarch 4, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 10, 2025
Open or ClosedOpen Session
Members of Common Council
SUBJECT:Speaking time forstatutorypublic hearings
Primary AuthorInput from CouncilInput from Staff
Councillor Barry City Clerk
Ogden
PROPOSED MOTION:
That staffbe directed to report back to Council with a draft Procedural By-Law amendment to set thetime
limitfor individualsspeakingatstatutory public hearings to a 5-minutemaximum.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
In response to concerns regarding the efficiency of public hearings for rezoning applications and to ensure
fairness, consistency, and timely decision-making, I am recommending that Council consider reducingthe
speaking time limitto 5-minutes for citizens who wish to address CommonCouncil during these hearings.
Currently, citizens wishing to address CommonCouncil at public hearings forrezoning applications are given
up to 10 minutes to express their opinions. While this duration providestime for detailed commentary, it has
led to extended meetings that can delay the decision-making process, especially when multiple speakers are
present.
Although this proposal wouldreduce the length of time each speaker is given, it would not place any limits
on the number of speakers who can participateinthe hearing.
Rationale for Change:
1.Promote Efficiency:Reducing the speaking time to 5 minutes will help streamline the meeting, enabling
the council to maintain its focus on decision-making without unnecessary delays caused by lengthy
individual comments. This will help avoid the extension of council meetings late into the evening and
allow for a more efficient agenda.
2.Ensure Fairness:A 5-minute speaking limit gives each personan equal opportunity to present their
views while maintaining the flow of the meeting.
3.Encourage Concise and Focused Commentary:Reducing the speaking time limit encourages citizens to
be more concise and to focus on the most important points, enhancing the quality and impact of the
excessive repetition or irrelevant information.
4.Increase Participation: With a shorter speaking time, there is more opportunity for a wider range of
individuals to speak within the allotted time for public comment. This change can make it easier for
people with busy schedules to attend and participate in the public hearing process.
By shortening the speaking time limit, we can enhance the overall efficiency of council meetings, provide
more time for diverse community input, and ensure that the meeting flows more smoothly.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT:
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES:
Improved meeting efficiency.
INPUT FROM OTHERS:
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COUNCIL NOTICE OF MOTION
Received DateMarch 3, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 10, 2025
Open or ClosedOpen Session
Members of Common Council
SUBJECT: Timelines for paving roads after milling is completed
Primary AuthorInput from CouncilInput from Staff
CouncillorGerry City Clerk
LoweChief City Engineer
PROPOSED MOTION:
That the CAO be directed to report back to Council with a draft policy that would require contractors to adhere
to strict timelines for paving city streetsAnnual Asphalt Resurfacing Programs, to be
applied once the road milling process has been started on each street.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Each year, the Cityissuestenders for the Asphalt Resurfacing Programthrougha competitive bidding process.
Thesetendersare often forasphaltresurfacingprojects where the contractor is responsiblefor completingthe
roadwaymilling, andas required, structure adjustments, underground infrastructurerepairs, installation of
curb and sidewalk, ditching and asphalt base repair, before the pavingworkbegins.
Themilling processleaves roads in an unfinished state, often causing uneven surfaces, hazardous conditions,
and deteriorating road quality. These conditions can last for extended periods, sometimes weeks or even
months,when there is not a clearly defined timeline in theindividualcontractsfor thework, other than
Substantial Completion contract timelines.I experienced this firsthand when I owned a taxi company and
witnessed the damage done to the cars.
City staff have advisedthat there is however
there are no ramifications to the contractor unless the City takes the extraordinary step to hire another
Contractor to complete the work.
I propose thatthe Citycreate a new policyrequiringall future City contractsfor roadworktoincludeexplicit
and enforceable timelines forthe completion ofpaving work after the road milling is done.
This policy will help the City ensure that roads are not left in a compromised or dangerous state for extended
periods of time. By setting a cleartimeframe for paving after the milling processis completed, we can:
Improve public safety by minimizing the amount of time roads are left in an incomplete state, reducing
the likelihood of accidents or vehicle damage.
Enhance the quality of life for residents and commuters by ensuring that roadwork is completed in a
timely manner and minimizing disruptions.
Provide clear expectations for contractors, giving them specific deadlines that help keep projects on track
and allow for better planning and resource allocation.
Ensure transparency and accountability, allowing residents to stay informed and feel confident that the
city is prioritizing their safety and convenience.
a draft policy
requiring contractors to adhere to strict timelines between milling and paving for the Asphalt Resurfacing
Program projects.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: This aligns with the Council priority of PERFORM (We ensure the City is
accountable for results in delivering public service by adhering to its plans, policies, procedures, and
best practices)
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES:
Possible faster timeframes for the completion of paving work, but potential for an increase in paving
contractor prices due to the stricter timelines.
INPUT FROM OTHERS:
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ATTACHMENTS
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2025Number of Initiatives in
COMMON COUNCIL REPORT
M&C No.2025-082
Report DateMarch 19, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaPublic Works and
Transportation Services
HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade ReardonandMembers of Common Council
SUBJECT: Winter Plowing Resultsand Improvements
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Michael HugenholtzJ. Brent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
Direct the Chief Administrative Officer to review sidewalk service delivery options
toimprove achievement of sidewalk service objectivesin the CWinter
Management Planand make recommendations as part of the 2026 General
Operating Budget process.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The 2024-2025 winter season was challenging for both the community andfor
meetingservice standardsdefined in(WMP).
This report details some of the challenges. More importantly, this reportalso
focuses on what was, will, and couldbe done to overcome these challengesby a
variety of stakeholders, resulting in improved outcomes relative toservice
standards. Improvement options discussed in this report include:
Efficiencies and process improvements largely within control ofCity
staff,
Adjusting service standard expectations, and
Increasing resources through future Operating Budgetdecisions of
Common Council.
It is important to have alignment between service-level standards and the
resources allocated to achieve these. It is becoming apparent that this is no longer
the case in the sidewalk winter maintenance service so adjustments must be
made.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
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REPORT
A Challenging Winter
The 2024-2025 winter season was challenging. Six recorded storms (those
generating 7 cm or more of snow accumulation) occurred during the season.
There were an additional 14 days with at least 1 cm of snow, many also requiring
a plowing and salting response. There were additional thaw and freeze cycles
causing water to turn to ice. There were over sixty days where temperatures
dropped below -10 Celsius, when salt stops melting ice effectively. Only two times
in the previous four winter seasons has a winter storm registered as severe as the
one that occurred between Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The last official
storm, on February 16, included ice pellets, rain, then freezing temperatures
resulting and rapid and wide-spread ice on streets and sidewalks. The
combination of successive storms this winter generated snow that started to
significantly reduce available space for pedestrians and motorists within the City
right-of-way, particularly in dense areas Uptown and on narrow streets.
Appended to this report is a high-level summary of the six storms that occurred
during the 2024-2025.
Fixed Resources While Demand Fluctuates
City resources available to respond to winter storms are relatively fixed. There
are a finite number of pieces of equipment and operators available to plow streets
and sidewalks. Each available resource either plows 35 lane-kilometers of streets
or 20 kilometers of sidewalks and not every available piece of equipment can
respond equally to the range of weather events that occur. Some very limited
contingency of resources are available for street plowing with no contingency for
sidewalk plowing.
While resources are relatively fixed, the weather is not. More severe winter
storms and an overall severe season, as were experienced during the winter of
2024-2025, can and do overcome response resources. When
resources are overcome, service outcomes are compromised.
Particular Challenges in 2024-2025 Winter Season
The 2024-2025 winter season created resource limitations, in both obvious and
less obvious ways. The following are a few examples of how resources were
specifically limited this past season:
Sidewalk plowing equipment: On average, approximately 50-60% of the
11 sidewalk plows were available during response to storms this past
season, dropping to as low as approximately 25% on some occasions.
With each sidewalk plow clearing 20 KM of sidewalks each storm, and
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no contingency when equipment is unavailable, clearing of many
sidewalks were significantly delayed this season.
Space available due to roadside snow and ice accumulation: The
accumulation of snow and ice that became stored on the edge of
roadways due to the successive storms began to significantly limit space
available for vehicles and pedestrians.
Space available due to significance of parked vehicles: Significant levels
of on-street parking remained during snow clean-up efforts. These
parked vehicles further constrained space available to moving vehicles
and pedestrians and significantly impacted plow and
remove snow. During overnight parking bans, contracted towing
resources were limited or completely unavailable, resulting in the vast
majority of illegally parked vehicles remaining through the ban
preventing a full clearing effort. Police resources were largely
unavailable to support the towing of vehicles in situations where Police
are the only authority to approve it.
Salt Supply: Both city salt domes were fully stocked with salt before the
2024-2025 season, as is the plan every year. Orders for additional salt
were placed within the season as stock began to deplete. Given the
successive and types of storms in the 2024-2025 season, and the fact
regional demand also spiked affecting rate of supply of salt,
salt supply reduced below critical levels on a number of occasions.
Operator Experience Levels: Similar to many organizations, employee
turnover within
has been historically experienced. Approximately 20% of the city
employees who clear snow have 2 years or less tenure with the city.
Although base level equipment competency is important as part of the
hiring process, it takes time for team members to become comfortable
operating the range of city snow clearing equipment in the range of
conditions experienced.
A summary of inter Management Plan service standards and how well
these service standards were achieved in the 2024-2025 season are appended to
this report.
Overcoming Challenges to Meet Service Standards More Consistently
How can challenges, such as those experienced during the 2024-2025 winter
season, be overcome to more consistently achieve service standards defined in
the Winter Management Plan? Three options are discussed:
1. Efficiencies and process improvements largely within control by City
staff,
2. Increasing resources through future Operating Budget decisions of
Common Council, and
3. Adjusting service deliverable expectations.
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Efforts can, are, and will continue to be made by your city staff team to overcome
challenges to ensure service standards are achieved as often as possible with
available resources, including:
Smoothing sidewalk plow lifecycles: The current
of sidewalk plowing equipment is one of the factors believed to most
impact low availability during the 2024-2025 season. Nine (9) of the 11
sidewalk plows are at least 9 years old with only one replaced in the last
5 years. More sidewalk plows closer to the expected life of this
equipment (12 years) means more equipment is likely to require
unplanned repairs at the same time. The funded Public Works fleet
reserve has been reassessed, and replacement of sidewalk plows has
been prioritized with three planned to be replaced potentially in time for
the 2025-2026 season with further replacements planned in subsequent
years. In addition, there have to be adjustments to the overall
amortization of this equipment to improve outcomes. These options will
be investigated thoroughly in advance of budget discussions later this
year.
Spare sidewalk plows: Over the last few years a number of street plows
that have reached the end of their useful life have been kept for as long
as repair costs are manageable to fill in for any of the 27 larger street
plowing routes. With intent to replace three sidewalk plows, one or
more of the sidewalk plows being replaced will also be kept, using the
same philosophy as street plowing to ensure there are more situations
where a sidewalk plow is available for most, if not all, of the 11 sidewalk
plow routes.
Increasing percentage of serviced sidewalks plowed with street plow
wing: Most serviced sidewalks in the city are plowed with smaller plows.
These smaller plows are more suited for clearing sidewalks as they can
fit on a 1.5-metre-wide sidewalk, include salt or sand spreading
capabilities, and can also be deployed with smaller blowers. However,
there are drawbacks with these smaller plows including that they are
slower and less powerful than street plows, and sidewalk clearing is
delayed when the equipment is not available. It is possible and currently
completed in select areas of the city that a street plow uses its plow wing
to also clear the sidewalk, overcoming many of these challenges. In
addition, this method results in the snow along the curb line being
cleared, which provides better accessibility at crosswalks and to Transit
buses and helps prevent ice build-up on sidewalks and at catch basins.
Currently, the city clears 11 km of serviced sidewalks with street plow
wings, with an intent to increase this three-fold (to 33 km) for the 2025-
2026 season. It should be noted that this approach is only possible in
areas where the sidewalk is adjacent to the curb and there are no
obstructions (i.e. light poles, signs) in the way.
Shift to more street-by-street parking bans: City staff grew concerned
with the mounting snow and ice accumulating on streets and sidewalks
through the 2024-2025 season. A large number of vehicles remaining
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during overnight parking bans led to loss of clearing efficiency and
effectiveness. City staff shifted strategy into the season to instead focus
on street-by-street parking bans during the day, a method also
permitted by city by-law. Although this change in approach reduced the
number of streets that could have enhanced snow clearing and is more
administratively burdensome, the change resulted in a higher level of
service to streets in which the ban was applied. Fewer vehicles remained
illegally parked during times of these street-by-street bans, largely
because parking remained permitted on adjacent streets. Towing
resources were available more often, however demand for towing
decreased with the increase in compliance. This practice would be
continued into the 2025-2026 season if compliance issues during
overnight bans repeated.
Exploring greater parking fines and increased parking enforcement
staff authority: Currently underway is a review jointly between the
General Counsel Office with goals of
recommending ƭǒĬƭƷğƓƷźğƌƌǤ greater fines for illegal parking that affects
snow clearing efforts. The review will also identify if parking
enforcement staff can authorize towing in more circumstances. Intent
is that the risk of a substantially greater fine would encourage greater
voluntary compliance, and where compliance is not voluntary, provide
more opportunities to remove vehicles remained illegally parked.
Specific recommendations would be brought back to Common Council
at a later date in 2025.
Salt Supply Contingency: When ed critical
levels in the 2024-2025 season, city staff engaged a second supplier to
increase rate of salt delivery. This measure prevented the city from
risking running out of salt and allowed our supply to be restored above
critical levels. This contingency would be deployed again in a future
season if needed.
Salt Use Reduction Steps: To further decrease risk in future years of salt
supply reaching critical levels, and to continue to progress toward a City
Strategic Plan goal of reducing salt usage by 5%, city staff will be taking
further steps in 2025 to reduce salt usage by focusing on training staff
on salt management techniques and increasing usage of salt pre-wetting
during storms.
Pre-Season Preparations and Training: The reality is that Public Works
team-mates and much of the equipment used to clear streets and
sidewalks in the winter are the same as what is needed to deliver other
Public Works services Spring through Fall. However, time is needed
between an end to delivering the other services in the Fall and being
ready for the first winter storm of a season, whenever that may come.
The severity of the 2024-2025 season coupled with the need to build
experience with increased employee turnover emphasizes the need for
the community to understand that Public Works must have a defined
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date after which winter season preparation is prioritized over any
remaining construction activities.
Coordination Through Season: The more severe 2024-2025 season,
coupled with the challenges presented in this report, required a
heightened level of coordination. Using training and philosophy of the
cross-departmental
coordination meetings occurred to address challenges, plan response,
ensure awareness, and debrief responses through the 2024-2025
season. Five city service areas (Public Works, Parking, Fleet,
Communications, Customer Service) participated in meetings over the
season, sometimes daily. As many as 17 planning items were addressed
per meeting. Coordinated communications extended between
meetings with the use of a dedicated text group. This heightened
approach will again be used in future seasons, frequency relative to
storm or winter severity.
In addition to the above measures that City staff will take, Common Council could
approve additional funding through the 2026 General Fund Operating Budget to
more often meet current service standards. The CAO will include
recommendations for bolstering current service levels as part of the 2026 General
Operating Budget preparation.
Common Council could also direct City staff to recommend adjusting service
standards defined in the Winter Management Plan to match the current approved
budget levels. This would largely impact the timelines for clearing of sidewalks.
There were resource reductions put in place as part of the sustainability initiatives
that impacted this service area. It has become clear that resource levels need to
be adjusted to meet service level objectives for a more severe winter such as what
we just experienced. Should increased investment into this service not align with
the priorities of Council then Council could direct the CAO to come back with
adjusted service level standards as part of the budget process.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
This report aligns with
Strategic Plan.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
Although this report mainly highlights efforts within limits of the General Fund
Operating Budget to improve delivery Winter Management Plan service
objectives, there are limits to service efficiency efforts. Funding changes through
the annual budget approval process or lowering service expectations would also
affect consistency of meeting service objectives.
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City staff notes that the majority of trails in Forest Hills that are identified as being
serviced in the Winter Management Plan were indeed able to be serviced through
the past winter. Only one of the trails (the one between Mountain Road and
Glengarry Drive) was unable to be consistently serviced. City staff had noted last
Fall that the deteriorated nature of these trails may prevent consistent clearing
with larger accumulations of snow.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
The following additional service areas provided input: Parking, Fleet,
Communications, and Customer Service. These same service areas also had to
increase their focus of resources with the more severe winter conditions.
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About Person/Group Submitting
First name
Denise
Last name
Ainsworth
Name of organization/group (where applicable)
GBS/CIDP FOUNDATION of Canada
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COVER LETTER FROM GBS/CIDP COORDINATOR, KIM BROOKS
Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council):
Request for Proclamation for month of May. See letter below. Proclamation to follow in
subsequent submission.
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About Person/Group Presenting
First Name:
Linda
Last Name:
Gaston
Name of Organization/Group (where applicable):
New Brunswick Country Music Hall of Fame
Address:
Saint John, New Brunswick. E2K0J1
Canada
Day Time Phone Number:
5064764325
Email
nbcmhf.1983@gmail.com
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email) become part of the public record, please check this box.
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About your Request
Topic of Presentation:
New Brunswick Country Music Hall of Fame Annual Gala
Purpose for Presentation (what is the ask of Council):
It has been over 20 years since the NB Country Music Hall of Fame Gala Festival has
been in Saint John. This year we were able to have members of the community commit
to helping us bring this prestigious event back to Saint John. The NBCMHF is proud that
this year we are celebrating our 42nd Gala Festival having grown over the years to a
very community-
public events over 6 days celebrating country music and the performing arts. We will
conclude the week with our ticket event, - ($85) Gala Banquet, Ceremony, and Concert
on Saturday, October 18, 2025 where we will induct five amazing New Brunswick
talents to our Hall of Fame, including the popular Mark Downey (94.1 Radio
personality).
Throughout this Gala Festival we will continue to define a broader audience to highlight
the importance of the heritage and culture of country music in our province.
Every year the city where we hold the event has been very pleased to sponsor us. (see
sponsorship brochure attached)
Unfortunately, we realized too late that we missed your community sponsorship
deadline. The committee is asking to give a presentation to Council, with the hope that
you may have reserve funds available.
Background Information:
The mandate of the New Brunswick Country Music Hall of Fame is to record for
ake a photo and printed display of artists & others in N.B. who have made a
significant contribution to country music, which is an essential part of our New
Brunswick culture. Every 2 years, the Gala Event is held in a different city to promote its
mandate to as wide an audience as possible.
Founded in 1983 by Aubrey Hansen, the NBCMHF is dedicated to growing a more
diverse audience for country music as well as celebrating and promoting emerging
artists and honouring the tremendous contribution to our pro
culture by veteran artists.
We work diligently to promote the preservation of the evolving history and traditions of
country music in New Brunswick, while simultaneously promoting and presenting young
and emerging artists to a wider audience.
The NBCMHF operates according to the highest standards and provides quality service
to the public, bringing to them a rich culture of our stories, songs and music that reflect
our traditions.
The hosting of our New Brunswick Country Music Hall of Fame in a community brings a
significant financial impact as well as a source of inspiration and creativity that lingers
long after we have moved on.
Are you making a request for funding?
Yes
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To:Common Clerk
Subject:Webform submission from: Request to Present to Council Form
Date:Thursday, February 27, 2025 3:46:38 PM
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About Person/Group Presenting
First Name:
Jasmine
Last Name:
Chandra
Name of Organization/Group (where applicable):
Stone Church/The Waterloo Neighbourhood Association
Address:
87 Carleton Street
Saint John , New Brunswick. E2L2Z2
Canada
Day Time Phone Number:
(506)566-0374
Email
jasminechandra@gmail.com
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email) become part of the public record, please check this box.
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Topic of Presentation:
Support for Repairs to Stone Church
Purpose for Presentation (what is the ask of Council):
To financially contribute to the repairs at Stone Church as the operational site of the
Waterloo Village Association.
Background Information:
The Waterloo Village Neighbourhood Association is the only Priority Neighbourhood
Group that was not provided with a physical location by the City of Saint John. In 2020
Stone Church began hosting the Waterloo Village Neighbourhood Association. This
includes full access to our program space, kitchen, washrooms, laundry facility, as well
as a designated office space. All free of charge.
The Waterloo Village offers hours a week of services to the community. These hours
include 15 hours of specific programming (for the homeless/underhoused, seniors,
adults with intellectual disabilities and newcomers), 30 hours of on site community
navigation for people in need, and 45 hours of food pantry and/or free clothing access.
In addition to what the Waterloo Village offers, Stone Church offers English language
classes, programming for seniors and youth, a free laundry program, a beautiful events
venue, and ongoing supports to families and individuals.
All of the services at Stone Church are offered at no cost. Yet, according to the Halo
project, the community support provided to the City of Saint John by Stone Church
would be valued at about $1,000,000 a year.
As one of the oldest buildings in Saint John and the oldest church building, Stone Church
is in need of extensive repair. These repairs are estimated at $2.2 Million over the next 6
years. This is not an expense that we can afford. Stone Church has already made $1.4
Million in repairs over the last 3 years and this has drained its finances.
We are requesting that the City of Saint John consider a $50,000 a year grant to Stone
Church for conservation repairs over the next 6 years.
This investment would allow Stone Church to continue its extensive community services
while still addressing the needed repairs to the building to keep it a safe and lasting
historical site.
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Dear Members of the Saint John City Council, Ward 2 Councillors ,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a concern
regarding the lack of an outdoor playing area for children in Ward 2, specifically in the
Milledgeville area.
Currently, the neighborhood does not have a designated outdoor play area where
children can engage in recreational activities safely and freely. As a growing community
physical and mental well-being.
I kindly request that this matter be added to the agenda for discussion in the upcoming
council meeting. Establishing an outdoor play area in Millidgeville would foster a
stronger sense of community, provide a safe space for children to play, and enhance
the quality of life for families residing in the area.I believe the city of Saint John plays a
key role in availing space and building this outdoor area like it did in other
neighbourhoods .
Thank you for considering this important issue. I look forward to hearing about any
steps the council may take to address this concern. Please feel free to contact me if
further input or support is needed.
Sincerely,
Mohamed Elazab
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About Person/Group Submitting
First name
Christianne
Last name
Vachon
Mailing Address
Saint John. E2L 1W8
Telephone
Email
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Topic of submission
Community concerns with respect to the Saint John City Market.
Purpose for submission (what is the ask of council):
To receive a community update on City Market operations and governance; funding and
implementation progress associated with its Strategic Plan, and readiness planning for
the City Market's 150th anniversary (2026) and Canada Games (2029).
Executive summary
The Saint John City Market appears to be on a troubling trajectory particularly in light
citizens of Saint John, and the citizens of the surrounding communities who use the
market and cherish it as a crown-jewel asset in our broader region, deserve to know
how we got here, and what is being done to correct the situation.
Our letter includes nine questions for Council and City Staff, as well as an offer of
assistance.
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Saint John, NB E2H 1X5
March 8, 2025
The Honourable Donna Noade Reardon
15 Market Square
Saint John, NB E2L 4L1
Dear Mayor Reardon,
I am writing to you as a concerned citizen regarding the flooding on and surrounding my property.
I live in Glen Falls, 11 Brown Street with my husband, our 2 adult children and our family pets.
The purpose of this letter today is to advocate on behalf of my family regarding the excessive flooding and
express my concerns.
My family has lived in the Glen, for 6 years and we adore this community. One of the most remarkable aspects
of my community is we have a thriving family-focused area, which attracts young families, the elderly as well as
individuals who are exploring to purchase their first home. Homes in our area are reasonable to purchase,
allowing its residents to provide for their families. This was our families first home purchased, and we have built
relationships with the residents and our children have become friends. All of which is very important for a
community to thrive.
Thursday March 06/2025, we received a heavy amount of rainfall, causing a significant amount of flooding on
my street once again. This has caused an extent amount of stress on my family as we could not leave our
home. Our home was surrounded by three feet of water, as well as two feet of water in the crawl space under
our home. Our sub pump ran continuously for nearly 24 hours. Should a life-threatening emergency have
occurred, I fear emergency responders would not have made it to us in a timely manner. Our tap water also
was discolored and was not consumable. I personally called the city to notify them of this and did not receive
any feedback as to what happened or whether we were on a boil order.
I ask of you mayor and city council, to please assist us with flood mitigation. I understand there is a holding
pond at the foot of Brown Street connecting onto Broadway Street. This has not been maintainedor trenched
since long before we resided here. Trenching this area would decrease the flood risk from intense storms
permitting the water a localized environment to slowly subside. At the present time, this retention basin is
vastly overgrown, and it does not service the purpose it was intended for. I realise this would not be a
permanent solution to the ongoing flooding in my area, although it would drastically help and ease the stress
on my family as well as the community.
My family has been deeply affected by the flooding and would like our request (this letter ) be made a public
record and be included in the council packet. We kindly request your office to add our request to the
proceeding city council agenda prioritizing the content for an in-depth discussion.
Included with my letter, I have also attached photographs taken Friday March 7/2025 to exhibit the scope of my
concerns.
I thank you for your consideration and action on this matter
Best regards,
Josée McDonald
Email: Josee_McDonald@Yahoo.ca
M&C No.2025-089
Report DateMarch 18, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaGeneral Counsel
SUBJECT: Agreement related to New Brunswick Museum Project
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN
SESSION OF COUNCIL
The City sold land identified as PID 5522012 to the Province of New Brunswick in
2024 to support the New Brunswick Museum expansion project. A condition of
the sale was that if the property was declared surplus by the Province in the next
5 years (i.e. the museum project either did not proceed or did not require this
parcel of land to proceed), the City would have the right to repurchase the
property. When the property was transferred to the Province an Option
Agreement between the City and the Province, toreflect the right to repurchase,
was registered on title to the property.
The Province now wishes to transfer the property to the Board of the New
Brunswick Museum (the “Board”). The Board has agreed to accept the terms of
the Option Agreement as a condition of receiving the property from the Province.
The Board has asked the City to consent to the assignment of the Option
Agreement from the Province to the Board. Staff are supportive of the City
entering into the Assignment and Assumption Agreement.
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
That the City enter into an Assignment and Assumption Agreement
generally in the form as presented to Committee of the Whole at its March
24, 2025 meetingwith the Board of the New Brunswick Museum and the
Province of New Brunswick as represented by the Minister of
Transportation and Infrastructure for the purpose of assigning the
obligations in the Option Agreement between the City and the Province
dated June 20, 2024, related to PID 55222012, to the Board of the New
Brunswick Museum; and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
execute the said Assignment and Assumption Agreement and any other
document ancillary thereto.
M&C No.2025-85
Report DateMarch 17, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaGeneral Counsel
SUBJECT: Consent to Sublet -Reversing Falls Skywalk Inc. to Saint John History
and Nature Gallery Inc. and Haifa Haram
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN
SESSION OF COUNCIL
The City leases the land and building located at 200 Bridge Road to Reversing Falls
Skywalk Inc. (“Skywalk”) pursuant to a Lease dated October 20, 2015 (the
“Lease”).Skywalk has reached an agreement to sublease the premises to Saint
John History and Nature Gallery Inc. and Haifa Haram.In accordance with the
Head Lease, Skywalk is seekingthe City’s consent to the sublease arrangement.
The purpose of this report is to seek Council’s consent to the sublease.
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
That the City consent to a sublease of the premises at 200 Bridge Road, Saint John
New Brunswick, identified as PID 55155485(and known as the Reversing Falls
Restaurant site) under the terms and conditions contained in the Sublease
presented to Committee of the Whole at its March 24, 2025meeting, and that the
Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute any document necessary to effect the
City’s consent to the sublease.
M&C No.2025-086
Report DateMarch 10, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaCorporate Services
SUBJECT: 2025Update to Non-Union Terms and Conditions
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN
SESSION OF COUNCIL
The City of Saint John Common Council initially adopted Terms and Conditions of
Employment for Non-Union Personnel in 2009. Since 2009 subsequent
amendments have been adopted to remain current with employment practices
and economic conditions with the lastupdate effective January 1, 2018. Changes
in employment, economic, and labour conditions have evolved since 2018 which
have precipitated the need to make changes to remain current with employment
practices and continue to attract and retain the necessarynonunion personnel to
support strategic objectives and Council’s priorities.
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
Resolved thatCommon Council adoptthe recommendation brought forward
from Committee of the Whole to authorize the CAO to implement changes to
the City of Saint John Terms and Conditions of Employment for NonUnion
Personnelas detailed in M&C 2025-086.
M&C No.2025-067
Report DateMarch 17, 2025
Meeting DateMarch 24, 2025
Service AreaGeneral Counsel
SUBJECT: Sale of .14-acre lot at 311 Sandy Point Road
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN
SESSION OF COUNCIL
A request to purchase a570 sq m (.14 acre) City owned lot was received from the
owner of adjacent property at 313 Sandy Point Road. The purchaser expressed an
intention to build a duplex (possibly a 4-plex if possible) on their adjoining 1,200
square meter (.30 acre) lot and is interested in acquiring the City owned lot. The
City owned lot is a small irregular shaped corner lot that is comprised of a steep
rock face rising above the road which renders most of the lot undevelopable. Staff
have reviewed the request and the disposition being recommended aligns with
the City’s newly adopted policy for the Acquisition and Disposition of Municipal
Lands.
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
1.That the City declare the property at 311 Sandy Point Rd (PID
00048900) surplus;
2.That theCity enter into anAgreement of Purchase and Sale with
Admiral Supply Chain Management Professional Services Inc. generally
in the form as presentedto Committee of the Whole at its meeting
held March 10, 2025, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
execute the said Agreement of Purchase and Sale and any other
documents necessary to facilitate the transaction; and
3.That the net proceeds of the sale of the above transaction be deposited
into the General Fund Capital Reserve.