The URL can be used to link to this page

2025-07-07_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jour /źƷǤ ƚŅ {ğźƓƷ WƚŷƓ /ƚƒƒƚƓ /ƚǒƓĭźƌ aĻĻƷźƓŭ aƚƓķğǤͲ WǒƌǤ АͲ ЋЉЋЎ Committee of the Whole Њ͵ /ğƌƌ Ʒƚ hƩķĻƩ Si vous avez besoin des services en français pour une réunion de Conseil communal, veuillez contacter le bureau du greffier communal au 658-2862. Each of the following items, either in whole or in part, is able to be discussed in private pursuant to the provisions of subsection 68(1) of the Local Governance Act and Council / Committee will make a decision(s) in that respect in Open Session: Ɠķ ЍʹЍЎ Ʀ͵ƒ͵Ͳ Ћ CƌƚƚƩ .ƚğƩķƩƚƚƒͲ /źƷǤ Iğƌƌ 1.1 Approval of Minutes 68(1) 1.2 Financial Matter 68(1)(c) 1.3 Financial Matter 68(1)(c) 1.4 Land Matter 68(1)(d) 1.5 Land Matter 68(1)(d) Ville de Saint John Séance du conseil communal Lundi le 7 juillet 2025 17 h 45 e 2 étage de la salle du conseil communal, Hôtel de Ville Nous utiliserons un moyen de communication électronique lors de cette réunion. Le public peut assister à la séance en personne à la salle du Conseil ou la regarder sur le site Web de la ville (www.saintjohn.ca) ou sur Rogers TV. Comité plénier 1. Ouverture de la séance Si vous souhaitez obtenir des services en français pour une séance du conseil communal, veuillez communiquer avec le bureau du greffier communal au 658-2862. privé en vertu des dispositions prévues au paragraphe 68 (1) de la \[ƚź ƭǒƩ ƌğ ŭƚǒǝĻƩƓğƓĭĻ ƌƚĭğƌĻ. Le conseil/comité prendra une ou des décisions à cet égard au cours de la séance publique : e 16 h 45 Clôture du comité plénier Salle de conseil au 2 étage 1.1 Approbation du procèsverbal 68(1) 1.2 Question financière 68 (1)c) 1.3 Question financière 68 (1)c) 1.4 Question foncière 68 (1)d) 1.5 Question foncière 68 (1)d) Séance ordinaire 1. Ouverture de la séance 1.1 Reconnaissance territoriale 1.2 Hymne national 2. Approbation du procès-verbal 2.1 Procès-verbal du 3 juin 2025 2.2 Procès-verbal du 9 juin 2025 5.1 2024-2026 du Fonds pour accélérer la construction de logements à Saint John Accord SCHL o n 27 097 302 (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.2 Contrat 2024-2016 : carrefour giratoire du chemin Sandy Point et de la promenade Foster Thurston (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.3 Chemin Loch Lomond et Route 111 : projet de conception dun carrefour giratoire (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.4 Réaffectation du financement de 2025 : police de Saint John (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.5 Remplacement du parc Tracteur municipal Machines pour trottoirs (Recommandation dans le rapport) 5.6 Saint John Bénéficiaires du programme de financement (Recommandation dans le rapport) 6. Commentaires présentés par les membres 7. Proclamation 7.1. Semaine nationale de prévention de la noyade du 20 au 26 juillet 2025 8. Délégations et présentations 9. Audiences publiques 9.1. 224, chemin ree Cove (1 et 2 lecture) 9.2. la présentation du ree personnel 500, chemin Pelton (Ethos Ridge) (1 et 2 lecture) 9.3. ree personnel 1384, chemin Latimore Lake (1 et 2 lecture) 9.4. Projet de modification du règlement de zonage avec le rapport du Comité 859 chemin ree Sand Cove (1 et 2 lectures) 10. Étude des arrêtés municipaux 10,1 Modification au règlement sur la circulation concernant : les véhicules e tout-terrain dans certaines rues de Saint John (3 lecture) 10.2. 59, modification des terrains à des fins publiques Agrandissement du parc industriel de e Saint John (3 lecture) 11. Interventions des membres du conseil 12. Affaires municipales évoquées par les fonctionnaires municipaux 12.1 Mise à jour de chef des services municipaux sur certains projets catalyseurs et la défense des intérêts (verbal) 12.2 Phase 1 du renouvellement de la conduite maîtresse sur la promenade McAllister (de la promenade Mountain View au chemin Loch Lomond) 13. Rapports déposés par les comités 15. Correspondance générale 15.1. Semaine mondiale de sensibilisation aux maladies mitochondriales : demande de proclamation et dillumination (Recommandation : communication de demander lillumination) 15.2. Fondation de la Journée nationale des soins dentaires : demande de proclamation (Recommandation greffier pour préparer la proclamation) 15.3. Saint John Theatre Company Inc. : rezonage du Sanctuary Theatre (Recommandation 15.4. Sculpture SJ : sculpture manquante et demande dentretien (Recommandation 16. Ordre du jour supplémentaire 17. Comité plénier 17.1 Accord pour la modernisation du passage à niveau de chemin Ashburn Lake 17.2 Acquisition potentielle de terres de la couronne près de chemin Ashburn 17.3 é et reformulé Association des expositions de la ville et du comté de Saint John 18. Levée de la séance COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN JUNE 3, 2025, AT 5:00 PM ND 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 Councillor Ward 1 Joanna Killen (virtual attendance) Councillor Ward 2 Barry Ogden Councillor Ward 3 Gerry Lowe Councillor Ward 3 Mariah Darling Councillor Ward 4 Paula Radwan Councillor Ward 4 Greg Stewart Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer B. McGovern General Counsel M. Tompkins Fire Chief R. Nichol Commissioner Public Works M. Hugenholtz Commissioner Growth and Development A. Poffenroth Commissioner Human Resources S. Hossack Commissioner Utilities and Infrastructure I. Fogan Director External Relations L. Kennedy Financial Controller C. Lavigne City Clerk J. Taylor Deputy City Clerk A. McLennan 1. Call to Order 1 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 1.1 Land Acknowledgement The Mayor read aloud the Land Acknowledgement and called for a moment of reflection. 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 High School Choir performed O Canada by video. 2. Approval of Agenda Moved by Councillor Harris, seconded by Councillor Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: RESOLVED that the agenda of June 3, 2025, be approved. MOTION CARRIED. 3. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest No disclosures were declared. 4. Public Hearings 5:00 p.m. 4.1 Proposed Municipal Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments with Planning Advisory Committee report and Staff Presentation Spruce Lake Industrial Park Expansion stnd Continuance of Meeting from May 20, 2025 (1 and 2 Reading) The Mayor advised that this is a continuation of the Public Hearing from May 12, 2025, and May 20, 2025, regarding the Spruce Lake Industrial Park Expansion, and reviewed points previously expressed by speakers. The Mayor called the Public Hearing to Order at 5:05 p.m. and requested speakers from Lorneville come forward first. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the proposed amendment with the following presenting: Michael Lynch Deanna Allan Blake Palmer Jenna Pitre Bruce Martin Barbara Gilliland Adam Wilkins Mary Wilson Emma Palmer 2 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 Key comments expressed by citizens included: Asked if they are building a future for our community or selling it off to corporations Wants to debunk any myths about ongoing employment; new manufacturing facilities do not employ local people; they are fully automated and operated remotely, wherever labour is cheap; data centres do not employ local people Data centres require their own generators that create pollution; regulations have been mentioned but companies will use any leeway they have to make the highest profit Referenced a modern manufacturing facility in Georgia that is fully automated, offering no local jobs Corporations only care about money; that is why the community has to care When becoming a citizen, had to take a test and learned Canadians have to play a significant role in protecting the environment Reevaluate whether this is still fiscally responsible if there are no jobs and only tax revenue Recorded statement from Sarah Galbraith played Works in high-stress field and ability to come home to a peaceful, calm environment is not a luxury but a necessity; it is about mental health, resilience, and quality of life Will move outside of Saint John if expansion is approved Industrial development brings noise, traffic, light pollution, and environmental degradation Should be looking to build on what we already have; visitors love Saint John but wish there were more natural excursions and cultural experiences in the city Consider the long-term impact not just on the land, but on the people Concerned about wells Asked what if there is a fire; nearest station is 13km away and community will be Lives and works in the area; networks with a lot of businesses in the park; not against the expansion but feels it should be distanced from Lorneville Does not take good drinking water, looking out over the bay, or the community for granted Keep expansion away from our community; not sure what a safe distance would be Park Project Unanswered Q There has been a lack of transparency, respect, and unity from the City and the Province If a proposed project is so amazing, then it should sell itself Spoke about experience as a co-chair of the task force; poor communication and bias perspectives from City staff, Council, consultant, and the Province EIA process mediocre at best; Minister recused themself from the EIA decision process due to conflict of interest Deception, disrespect, and division were employed to further this project No real interest in serious and honest engagement with the community; it was for optics of due process to check off list, with very superficial engagement 3 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 Minutes and agendas for task force often sent just days before; delays in responding to emails Assured proposal would go back to PAC and were then told it would not be going Were told report could be presented to the entire community of Lorneville, in Lorneville, and were later told that could not be done Documentation was missing pages and information Suggested a new designation and zoning be created as medium industry; suggested a larger treed buffer; their suggestions were not in the report Report did not represent what took place at task force meetings Process was flawed from the start Have a petition signed by nearly 100% of Lorneville residents opposing this proposal; original petition currently sits at nearly 4,500 signatures Asked why do the people of Lorneville not seem to matter to the City of Saint John Wants a path forward guided by real transparency, real respect, and real unity Spoke about Small City, Big Heart, and read background from City website This needs to be scrapped and restarted Was reading through the municipal plan and made note of multiple policies Hopes there are plans in place for flooding and for all of their wells Heard this is a once in a generation opportunity for development but hopes it is a once in a generation opportunity to save wetlands and forests instead The Mayor called three times for people from Lorneville to speak first. No further speakers came forward from Lorneville. The Mayor called for other members of the public to speak against the proposed amendment with the following presenting: Sabine Jurgens John Baird Christopher Gamblin Key comments expressed by citizens included: Concerned about the health of the community and the environment EIA assessed only a portion of the acreage of the site; should include entire footprint Ecosystems are complex and fragmented; need to be assessed as such and asked that the City consider the entire network Concerned about the buffers as they relate to watercourses; NB standard is 30m buffer and 15m in the proposal is more of a cosmetic buffer Plan exposes Saint John to environmental, social, and legal risks Buffers are not defensible; should be increased if the City is serious about protecting drinking water and environment Hopes plan is not going to be fast-tracked 100% against expansion; spoke of climate change and threat of mass extinction; fungi being released into the atmosphere due to increases in pollution that will cause a lockdown 4 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 Violates rights of Indigenous Peoples Concerned about biodigital convergence and artificial intelligence Councillor Radwan asked speaker for sources for information mentioned. Point of order raised by Councillor Norton, requested to proceed with the public hearing and suggested Councillor Radwan could have an offsite discussion with speaker about documentation. The Mayor called for other members of the public to speak against the proposed amendment with the following presenting: Philip Gray Jennifer Gormley Logan Baird Michael Flawn Tina Rowell Data Brainanta Key comments expressed by citizens included: Wetlands are not wastelands; they are one of the most valuable things to our ecosystem on the planet Asked how a business case can justify destroying wetlands Development should be thoughtful, strategic, and sustainable Stands with the community that these wetlands matter to the people, the animals, and the environment Listen to the science and the community; find a solution that protects both our economy and the environment Feels like they are fighting for their entire livelihood in Lorneville; Council should drive to Lorneville to see what they are fighting for Should be voted upon by community members Spoke about high number of views for public hearing; shows concern surrounding this topic in the community Recommends 1.5km Not enough land to incorporate both the windmill farm and industrial park expansion; possibly remove or relocate windmills Have a professional traffic impact study with mitigation measures Government has been holding onto this land for 50 years; refused to allow residents to purchase their family land back Storage facilities do not create many jobs but increase the chance of disasters both above and below ground Asked if there is a threshold for job creation before any company is approved Too much ambiguity around the kinds of industry permitted for the EIA to make an informed decision Spoke of pollution in stream near dump 5 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 Consultant made claims about plants and wildlife that would not have been in season during their assessment Community will hear the clearing of the forests and the displacement of wildlife Asked if there is a plan to relocate the wildlife that will be looking for food Saint John Council calls Lorneville a gem but their definition is based on the dollars it can generate and not the admiration of its beauty This is a race to the bottom; have been repeatedly sold false promises regarding projects Destroying all of this acreage for short-term gains is a mistake People are being asked to agree to a project without knowing the specifics Projects are often overly optimistic, temporary, or non-existent; we are in a data centre bubble, building based on speculative demand Projects are beginning without guarantees on future use; not locked into a sunk- cost fallacy, can nix this project before it starts Contemplating irreversible destruction of environment and recreation space with no guarantees; cannot build back when circumstances change Economic value does not begin and end with tourism but livable cities attract taxpayers and community members Cannot assign a dollar value to nature EIA cannot happen if this is not approved; framing as net provincial impact ignores local impact Subtext is that democracy is an inconvenience; seems clear that opposition to this project is overwhelming Referenced Erin Brockovich movie and the devastation that can happen to a community with heavy industry Indonesia sacrificed its piece of earth to feed consumption from elsewhere; Saint John as the capacity to bring investment without destruction Hopes that policy makers engage in meaningful discussion with the people of Lorneville; transparency is important, need to avoid secrecy Have the technology and the wisdom from the community and Indigenous Peoples to chart a course that meaningfully benefits the people and the planet; center it to people and to nature The Mayor asked three times if anyone in the audience wished to speak against the proposal. Staff was directed to verify whether there were additional people waiting in the lobby area who wished to speak against the proposal.There were no additional individuals who identified as wishing to speak against the proposal. Moved by Councillor Sullivan, seconded by Councillor Lowe: RESOLVED that Council defer the public hearing to the next regular meeting of Council to allow those in favour to speak. MOTION CARRIED. Point of order raised by Councillor Sullivan, who advised anyone speaking from the crowd should be asked to leave. 6 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 3, 2025 / le 3 juin 2025 The Mayor stated that Council has decided to defer the remainder of the public hearing to June 16th to allow for those who wish to speak in favour of the proposal. 5. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Councillor Stewart: RESOLVED that the meeting of Common Council held on June 3, 2025, be adjourned. MOTION CARRIED. The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. 7 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN JUNE 16, 2025, AT 5:15 PM ND 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 Councillor Ward 1 Joanna Killen Councillor Ward 2 Barry Ogden Councillor Ward 3 Gerry Lowe(virtual attendance) Councillor Ward 3 Mariah Darling Councillor Ward 4 Paula Radwan Councillor Ward 4 Greg Stewart Also Present: Chief Administrative Officer B. McGovern Commissioner Finance K. Fudge Fire Chief R. Nichol Commissioner Utilities and Infrastructure Services I. Fogan Commissioner Growth and Community Services A. Poffenroth Commissioner Public Works and Transportation M. Hugenholtz Director Legal Services / Solicitor J. Boucher Director Human Resources D. McQuade-Clark Director Growth and Community Support Services D. Dobbelsteyn City Clerk J. Taylor Deputy City Clerk A. McLennan 1. Call to Order 1 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 1.1 Land Acknowledgement Deputy Mayor MacKenzie read aloud the Land Acknowledgement and called for a moment of reflection. 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 national anthem was played. 2. Approval of Minutes 2.1 Minutes of June 2, 2025 Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Darling: RESOLVED that the minutes of June 2, 2025, be approved. MOTION CARRIED. 2.2 Minutes of June 9, 2025 Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Harris: RESOLVED that the minutes of June 9, 2025, be approved. MOTION CARRIED. 3. Approval of Agenda Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: RESOLVED that the agenda of June 16, 2025 be approved with the addition of Item 17.1 Acquisition of Kiwanis Park and Playground; 17.2 Acquisition and Subsequent Conveyance of 111 Main Street; and 17.3 Option to Repurchase 450 Falls View Drive. MOTION CARRIED. 4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest No disclosures were declared. 5. Consent Agenda 5.1 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-163: Trans Canada Trail Contribution Agreement Bike Lanes City Road and Station Street, the City enter into the Contribution Agreements in the form as attached to M&C No. 2025-163 with the Trans Canada Trail for funding related to Bike Lanes City Road and Station 2 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Street and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the said Contribution Agreement and any other documents ancillary thereto. 5.2 RESOLVED that the Council Community Fund application submitted by Councillor Ogden for the InterAction School of Performing Arts for $500.00, be approved. 5.3 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-156: Street Naming Keith Castle Way, Common Council amend the list of Official Street Names and approve the following changes: 5.4 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-158: Carnegie Building Art Center HVAC Upgrades, the contract for the HVAC Upgrades at the Carnegie Building Art Center be awarded to the lowest tenderer, Controls & Equipment Limited, at the negotiated tendered price of $668,987.20 (Including HST and $15,000 Contingency); and further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. 5.5 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-165: Esri Small Government Enterprise Agreement Renewal, the City enter into a three (3) year Small Enterprise Agreement Local Government with Environmental Systems Research to M&C No. 2025-165; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said Agreement and any documents ancillary thereto. 5.6 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-166: Construction License Agreement for Sandy Point Road Roundabout, the City enter into Agreement with the landowner of PID 55242945 as part of the Construction License in the form attached to the M&C report (2025-166); and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute said Agreement and any documents ancillary thereto. 5.7 RESOLVED that as recommended in the submitted report M&C 2025-147: General Specifications Revisions Policy Revisions (Divisions 1,2,3,4,5, and 6), Common Council adopt the submitted revisions to the current clauses of Division 1 (Project Description), Division 2 (Instructions to Tenderers and Tendering Procedures), Division 3 (Particular Specifications), Division 4 (Form of Tender), Division 5 (Form of Agreement) and Division 6 (General Administration of Contract) of the City of Saint John General Specifications. Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Sullivan: RESOLVED that the recommendation set out in each consent agenda item respectively, be adopted. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6. Members Comments Members commented on various local events. 7. Proclamation 3 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 7.1 The Mayor proclaimed June 19, 2025, as World Kidney Cancer Day in The City of Saint John. 7.2 The Mayor proclaimed June 30, 2025, Saint John. 8. Delegations / Presentations 10. Consideration of By-Laws 10.1 Use of All Terrain Vehicles on Specific Saint John Streets (Traffic By-Law stnd Amendment 1 and 2 Reading) Commissioner Hugenholtz provided an overview. Consideration was given to the submitted report M&C 2025-152: Use of All Terrain Vehicles on Specific Saint John Streets. Portions of King William Road, a portion of irst streets in Saint John where ATVs are permitted. Following input from the Lorneville Trail Riders Club and direction from both the Public Safety Committee and Common Council, this report presents results of a community survey and the necessary by-law amendment to permit ATVs on these particular streets. Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Harris: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law No. MV-10.1 A By-Law respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John-road adding - -Road Vehicle MOTION CARRIED. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled "By-Law No. MV-10.1 A By-Law respecting Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Radwan: RESOLVED that the by--Law No. MV-10.1 A By-Law respecting the Traffic on Streets in The City of Sa- - -Road Vehicle MOTION CARRIED. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled "By-Law No. MV-10.1 A By-Law respecting (Having been absent from the public hearings held on June 2, 2025, for Items 10.2, 10.3, and 10.4, Deputy Mayor MacKenzie withdrew from the meeting) rd 10.2 Municipal Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments 160 Cosy Lake Road (3 Reading) 4 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Commissioner Poffenroth provided an overview. Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Norton: RESOLVED that the by--Law Number C.P. 106-39 A Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By-edesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 3.02 hectares, located at 160 Cosy Lake Road, also identified as a part of PID 55005375, from Rural Resource to Rural Residential, be read. MOTION CARRIED. The by-law entitled -Law Number C.P. 106-39 A Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By- Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Councillor Stewart: RESOLVED that the by--Law Number C.P. 106-39 A Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By-edesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 3.02 hectares, located at 160 Cosy Lake Road, also identified as a part of PID 55005375, from Rural Resource to Rural Residential, be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED. Read a third time by title, the by-law -Law Number C.P. 106-39 A Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By- Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Councillor Killen: RESOLVED that the by--Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an area of approximately 4.98 hectares, located at 160 Cosy Lake Road, also identified as PID 55005375, from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) and Park (P), be read. MOTION CARRIED. The by-law entitled "By-Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law , was read in its entirety. Moved by Councillor Radwan, seconded by Councillor Stewart: RESOLVED that the by--Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an area of approximately 4.98 hectares, located at 160 Cosy Lake Road, also identified as PID 55005375, from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) and Park (P), be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED. 5 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Read a third time by title, the by-law entitled "By-Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. 10.3 Zoning By-Law Amendment and Text Amendment with Section 59 Conditions rd 510 Boars Head Road (3 Reading) Commissioner Poffenroth provided an overview. Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Councillor Stewart: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-200 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 4,968 square metres, located at 510 Boars Head Road, also identified as PID 55212914, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Low-Rise Residential (RL), be read. MOTION CARRIED. The by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-200 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Councillor Radwan: RESOLVED that Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an approximate area of 4,968 square metres, located at 510 Boars Head Road, also identified as PID Number 55212914: a. The developer will apply for a Change of Use Permit, which will include the following site improvements: b. Development of the overflow parking area as a paved parking lot subject to the design standards of the Zoning By-Law. c. Onsite parking shall be provided for a minimum of 20 parking stalls. d. A Hard surfaced pedestrian walkway shall be developed to connect the overflow parking lot to the paved walkway adjacent to the building. MOTION CARRIED. Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Darling: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-200 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 4,968 square metres, located at 510 Boars Head Road, also identified as PID 55212914, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Low-Rise Residential (RL), be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED. 6 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Read a third time by title, the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-200 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. Moved by Councillor Harris, seconded by Councillor Killen: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-and replacing paragraph 10.4(3)(e), be read. MOTION CARRIED. The by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Harris: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-and replacing paragraph 10.4(3)(e), be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED. Read a third time by title, the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-XXX A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John rd 10.4 Zoning By-Law Amendment and Text Amendment 228 Germain Street (3 Reading) Commissioner Poffenroth provided an overview. Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Radwan: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-194 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning a piece of land having an area of approximately 2,011 square metres, located at 228 Germain Street, also identified as a portion of PID 00003889, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Urban Centre Residential (RC), be read. MOTION CARRIED with Councillors Harris and Sullivan voting nay. The by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-194 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law was read in its entirety. Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Ogden: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-194 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning a piece of land having an area of approximately 2,011 square metres, located at 228 Germain Street, also identified as a portion of PID 00003889, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Urban Centre Residential (RC), be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED with Councillors Harris and Sullivan voting nay. 7 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Read a third time by title, the by--Law Number C.P. 111-194 A Law to Amend the Zoning By- Moved by Councillor Radwan, seconded by Councillor Darling: RESOLVED that the by-By-Law Number C.P. 111-198 A Law to Amend the Zoning By- 10-1 in section 10 with permitted uses; deleting and replacing two paragraphs following the heading Municipal Plan Context at section 10.1; adding several uses to the Permitted Uses list at subsection 10.1(1); adding a paragraph as 10.1(2)(d); and adding Residential Exceptions to Schedule E, be read. MOTION CARRIED with Councillors Harris and Sullivan voting nay. The by-law By-Law Number C.P. 111-198 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint Johnwas read in its entirety. Moved by Councillor Killen, seconded by Councillor Ogden: RESOLVED that the by--Law Number C.P. 111-198 A Law to Amend the Zoning By- 10-1 in section 10 with permitted uses; deleting and replacing two paragraphs following the heading Municipal Plan Context at section 10.1; adding several uses to the Permitted Uses list at subsection 10.1(1); adding a paragraph as 10.1(2)(d); and adding Residential Exceptions to Schedule E, be read a third time, enacted, and the Corporate Common Seal affixed thereto. MOTION CARRIED with Councillors Harris and Sullivan voting nay. Read a third time by title, the by--Law Number C.P. 111-198 A Law to Amend the Zoning By- (Deputy Mayor MacKenzie re-entered the meeting) 10.5 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 1384 Latimore Lake Road 30-Day Letter The City Clerk outlined the next steps in the process. Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Killen: RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan By-Law Amendment regarding 1384 Latimore Lake Road be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising with a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, July 7, 2025, in the Council Chamber at 6:30 p.m. MOTION CARRIED. 10.6 Proposed Municipal Amendment Ethos Ridge/500 Pelton Rd 30-Day Letter Manager Community Planning J. Kirchner spoke to a decimal point error in the land area on the initial advertisement that was corrected in subsequent advertisements, confirming 8.46 hectares is the correct land area. The City Clerk outlined the next steps in the process. 8 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan By-Law Amendment regarding Ethos Ridge/500 Pelton Road be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising with a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, July 7, 2025, in the Council Chamber at 6:30 p.m. MOTION CARRIED. 11. Submissions by Council Members 12. Business Matters Municipal Officers 13. Committee Reports ! 13.1 Finance Committee: Procurement Updates ! Finance Committee Chair, Councillor Sullivan, provided an overview. Moved by Councillor Killen, seconded by Councillor Radwan: RESOLVED that the submitted report M&C 2025-162: Procurement Updates, be received for information. MOTION CARRIED. ! 14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda 15. General Correspondence 15.1 D. Shaw: The Consulting Arborist Profession (Recommendation: Refer to CAO for discussion with City staff) Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Norton: RESOLVED that the correspondence from D. Shaw re: The Consulting Arborist Profession be referred to the Chief Administrative Officer for discussion with City staff. MOTION CARRIED. 15.2 J. Houlahan: Endorsing Global March to Gaza Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Radwan: RESOLVED that Council endorse the Canadian n in the Global March to Gaza on June 15, 2025, in Cairo. MOTION CARRIED. 15.3 Saint John Energy: Request to Present re: Annual Update (Recommendation: Refer to Clerk to schedule the presentation) Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: 9 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 RESOLVED that the Saint John Energy request to present re: Annual Update, be referred to the Clerk to schedule the presentation. MOTION CARRIED. 15.4 NB FASD Centre of Excellence: Request for Proclamation and Light Up Landmark request (Recommendation: Approve proclamation request and refer to CAO regarding request for illumination) Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Councillor Killen: RESOLVED that the NB FASD Centre of Excellence proclamation request be approved, and request for illumination of a landmark be referred to the Chief Administrative Officer. MOTION CARRIED. 15.5 Alchemia Art Workshop: Request to Present (Recommendation: Refer to Clerk to schedule the presentation. Moved by Councillor Darling, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: RESOLVED that Alchemia Art Workshop request to present be referred to the City Clerk to schedule the presentation. MOTION CARRIED. 16. Supplemental Agenda 17. Committee of the Whole 17.1 Acquisition of Kiwanis Park and Playground Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Darling: RESOLVED that as recommended by the Committee of the Whole, having met on June 16, 2025, the City enter into an Agreement of Purchase and Sale with The One Change Inc. generally in the form as presented to Committee of the Whole at its meeting held June 16, 2025, to purchase PIDs 55155345 and 00379677, being the Kiwanis North End Play Park located on the corner of Durham and Victoria Street, 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. MOTION CARRIED. 17.2 Acquisition and Subsequent Conveyance of 111 Main Street Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Darling: RESOLVED that as recommended by the Committee of the Whole, having met on June 16, 2025, Common Council approve the following: That the City of Saint John acquire from the Province of New Brunswick, the property located at 111 Main Street, being PID No. 378844, in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined in the letter from the Province, dated May 8, 2025, presented to Committee of the Whole at its meeting held June 16, 2025; and further 10 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 That subsequent to the conveyance referred to above (in paragraph 1), the City of Saint John enter into an Agreement of Purchase and Sale with Impact Developments SJ Inc. generally in the form as presented to Committee of the Whole at its meeting held June 16, 2025 for the sale of the property located at 111 Main Street; and That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the said Agreement of Purchase and Sale and any and all documents necessary to facilitate both land transactions. MOTION CARRIED. 17.3 Option to Repurchase 450 Falls View Drive Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Radwan: RESOLVED that as recommended by the Committee of the Whole, having met on June 16, 2025, the City decline to exercise its option to repurchase the property at 450 of First Refusal and Right to Re- property as document 4405447, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute any release requested by the Grantor, 722329 N.B. Inc., and approved in Counsel to remove that portion of the encumbrance from the title to the property. MOTION CARRIED with Councillor Lowe voting nay. Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Councillor Sullivan: RESOLVED that Common Council break for a recess until 6:30 p.m. MOTION CARRIED. Council recessed from 6:10 p.m. 6:30 p.m. The Mayor called the Public Hearing to Order at 6:30 p.m. 9. Public Hearings 6:30 p.m. 9.1 Proposed Municipal Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments with Planning Advisory Committee report and Staff Presentation Spruce Lake Industrial Park Expansion stnd Continuance of Meeting from June 3, 2025 (1 and 2 Reading) The Mayor advised that this is a continuance of the Public Hearing from May 12, 2025, May 20, 2025, and June 3, 2025, regarding the Spruce Lake Industrial Park Expansion. The portion of the public hearing for members of the public wishing to speak against the proposed amendment was closed at the June 3, 2025, meeting. Mayor Reardon called the Public Hearing to Order and called for members of the public to speak in favour of the proposed amendment with the following presenting: Sara Stashick (stated neither in favour nor against) Andrew Beckett, Envision Saint John Craig Bell-Estabrooks, Port Saint John 11 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 Tim Jones Key comments expressed included: Does not feel there is enough information to make an informed decision Asked why expanding any industrial park Inquired as to whether a cost-benefit analysis was done Need to diversify our economy; Saint John is most vulnerable to US tariffs and over 50% of economic base comes from industrial or industrial logistics businesses There is significant business interest Economic-based jobs bring new money into the region, not just shifting jobs around Want to be an export-focused, manufacturing and energy hub; looking to expand into global markets Businesses looking for 100-400 acres of land at a time and other parcels do not meet those requirements and also require servicing Suitable land in short supply; study was conducted; a lot of land mass, but a lot is rock and difficult to develop Land that does not have impact on some residential properties does not exist in the Saint John region Spruce Lake Industrial Park has electricity, raw water, highway access, water and sewage servicing, and coastal access In terms of site selection, site selectors are looking for reasons to exclude and use a harsh lens Scale of investments are companies prepared to spend billions of dollars Data centre is an investment in excess of a billion dollars to establish; $3-3.5 million a year in property tax revenue; 750 construction jobs, 150 direct jobs, and then indirect and induced jobs We are an industrial city; we need to build on our strengths Land is a key limiter in terms of attracting investments Landscape started to change over a year ago; last few months has heightened the sense of urgency on some files and expanding the export markets Eco-tourism proposal is not the same in terms of scale as this application; smaller employers and not the same types of investment Overview provided of Port Saint John capacity and operations; one of 17 port authorities across the network and one of 5 container ports in Canada; growth in number of people employed Balance is needed between growth and being a livable city Much of the growth at the Port is for cargo much further inland; are out of land, it is scarce around the waterfront; have to look to industrial parks for land Food grade products are a significant opportunity for the Port; need inland connectivity 80 percent of cargo at Port comes in and out by rail; have capacity to move cargo in and out of port, but cargo today is coming from much farther inland, with shipments from as far away as Vancouver Seeing more rezoning applications for sites to become pad site ready or having the infrastructure in place that is a difficult cost for smaller developers, which is encouraging Have heard about the importance of a social license, having industry reinvest into the community; this is an opportunity to bring this front and center 12 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 The citizens of Lorneville have the opportunity to use investment to address some of the issues they have spoken about Whether it is a by-law or a development fee that puts the accountability on developers to put that money back into the community, 1-4% reinvestment Put that motion forward for a social license The Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Moved by Councillor Harris, seconded by Councillor Stewart: RESOLVED that the by--Law of The City of Saint John amending Section 3.5.2 by adding Spruce Lake Industrial Park re Policy LU-80.3, Policy LU-80.4, Policy LU-80.5, Policy LU-80.6 and Policy LU-80.7; amending Section 3.7.7 by deleting and replacing Policy LU-110; redesignating on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 298.7 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as portion of PIDs 55243596, 55233456, and 55237077, from Rural Resource Area (outside of the Primary Development Area) and Park and Natural Area (outside the Primary Development Area) to Employment Area (within the Primary Development Area); redesignating on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 75.4 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as portion of PIDs 55243596 and 55243588, from Rural Resource Area (outside of the Primary Development Area) and Employment Area (within the Primary Development Area) to Park and Natural Areas (within the Primary Development Area); redesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 298.7 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as a portion of PIDs 55243596, 55233456, and 55237077, from Rural Resource and Park and Natural Area to Heavy Industrial; and redesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 75.4 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as portion of PIDs 55243596 and 55243588 from Rural Resource and Heavy Industrial to Park and Natural Area, be read a first time. MOTION CARRIED. Read a first time by title, the by--Law Moved by Councillor Harris, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: RESOLVED that the by--Law of The City of Saint John amending Section 3.5.2 by adding Spruce Lake Industrial Park re Policy LU-80.3, Policy LU-80.4, Policy LU-80.5, Policy LU-80.6 and Policy LU-80.7; amending Section 3.7.7 by deleting and replacing Policy LU-110; redesignating on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 298.7 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as portion of PIDs 55243596, 55233456, and 55237077, from Rural Resource Area (outside of the Primary Development Area) and Park and Natural Area (outside the Primary Development Area) to Employment Area (within the Primary Development Area); redesignating on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 75.4 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as portion of PIDs 55243596 and 55243588, from Rural Resource Area (outside 13 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 of the Primary Development Area) and Employment Area (within the Primary Development Area) to Park and Natural Areas (within the Primary Development Area); redesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 298.7 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as a portion of PIDs 55243596, 55233456, and 55237077, from Rural Resource and Park and Natural Area to Heavy Industrial; and redesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 75.4 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also identified as portion of PIDs 55243596 and 55243588 from Rural Resource and Heavy Industrial to Park and Natural Area, be read a second time. MOTION CARRIED. Read a second time by title, the by-- Law of The City of Saint Jo Moved by Councillor Radwan, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie: RESOLVED that the by--Law of The City of Section Industrial Zone (SLI) immediately after subsection 12.7(3); and adding a map as Schedule K, be read a first time. MOTION CARRIED. Read a first time by title, the by-A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The Moved by Councillor Norton, seconded by Councillor Killen: RESOLVED that the by--Law of The City of e Lake Industrial Zone (SLI) to Table 12.1 in Industrial Zone (SLI) immediately after subsection 12.7(3); and adding a map as Schedule K, be read a second time. MOTION CARRIED. Read a second time by title, the by--Law of Moved by Deputy Mayor MacKenzie, seconded by Councillor Killen: RESOLVED that the by--Law of The City of amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an area of approximately 585.67 hectares, located at 0 King William Road 14 COMMON COUNCIL / CONSEIL COMMUNAL June 16, 2025 / le 16 juin 2025 and 1065 King William Road, also identified as a PID 55233456, 55243588, 55237077, and a portion of 55243596, from Medium Industrial (IM), Rural (RU), and Green Energy (GE) to Spruce Lake Industrial (SLI) and Park (P), be read a first time. MOTION CARRIED. Read a first time by title, the by--Law of The Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Councillor Norton: RESOLVED that the by--Law of The City of amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an area of approximately 585.67 hectares, located at 0 King William Road and 1065 King William Road, also identified as a PID 55233456, 55243588, 55237077, and a portion of 55243596, from Medium Industrial (IM), Rural (RU), and Green Energy (GE) to Spruce Lake Industrial (SLI) and Park (P), be read a second time. MOTION CARRIED. Read a second time by title, the by--Law of Moved by Councillor Sullivan, seconded by Councillor Darling: RESOLVED that Council direct the Chief Administrative Officer to report back to Council with a strategy of financial support for host communities of significant projects. MOTION CARRIED. 18. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Lowe, seconded by Councillor Stewart: RESOLVED that the meeting of Common Council held on June 16, 2025, be adjourned. MOTION CARRIED. The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. 15 /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2025-1 68 Report DateJune 26, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaGrowth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Amendment to Schedule A -City of Saint John Housing Accelerator Fund 2024-2026 Action Plan CMHC Agreement #27,097,302 AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Carrie SmithAmy Poffenroth/Pankaj J. Brent McGovern Nalavde RECOMMENDATION between the City and CMHC dated as outlined in the email correspondence attached to this M&C 2025-168, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said Amendment or any other documents ancillary thereto. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Saint John entered into an agreement with Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation (CMHC) for the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) on January 2, 2024,to provide $10.1million (including top-up funding) to the City to implement its HAF Plan, which was approved by Common Council in July 2023. The purpose of this report is to recommend an amendment to Schedule A to adjust milestone dates under Initiative 3Unlock Gentle Density due to a delay in the release of CMHCs Design Catalogueand Initiative9 Large Scale Development Incentive to allowtime for additional financial analysis and development of program criteria details. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION On December 18, 2023, Common Council authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Housing Accelerator Fund Contribution Agreement with the CanadaMortgage and Housing Corporation, generally in the form as presented to the Committee of Whole at its December 18, 2023, meeting. accept via email the amendment to Schedule Contribution Agreement between the City and CMHC dated as outlined in the email correspondence attached to M&C 2024-167, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said Amendment or any other documents ancillary thereto. Agreement between the City and CMHC dated as outlined in the email correspondence attached to this M&C 2024-335, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said Amendment or any other documents ancillary thereto. On March 19, 2025 email the Agreement between the City and CMHC dated as outlined in the email correspondence attached to this M&C 2025-088, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said Amendmentor any other documents ancillary thereto. REPORT Staff identified two Initiatives and subsequent milestones that required adjustments within Schedule A of the Housing Accelerator Fund Contribution Agreement between the City and CMHC that required revision. The table below outlines the revisions made to the appended Amended Schedule A. InitiativeMilestoneCurrent Revised DatesDates 3. Unlock Gentle N/AStart:Start: Density2024-01-022024-01-02 Completion:Completion: 2025-05-312025-12-31 3. Unlock Gentle Adoption of program and staff trainingStart:Start: Density2025-04-012025-04-01 Completion: Completion: 2025-05-012025-12-31 3. Unlock Gentle Communications rolloutStart:Start: Density2025-05-022025-05-02 Completion:Completion: 2025-05-312025-12-31 9. Large Scale Municipal Finance Sensitivity AnalysisStart:Start: Development 2025-03-012025-03-01 IncentiveCompletion:Completion: 2025-05-012025-11-15 9. Large Scale Program DevelopmentStart:Start: Development 2025-05-022025-05-02 IncentiveCompletion:Completion: 2025-09-152025-11-15 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Council Priorities CommonCouncil has established five priorities for their 2021-2026 term. Affordable Housing aligns with the following Council Priorities: Grow: Population Growth o Belong: Livable Neighbourhoods o Facilitate a mix of affordable housing in all of our neighbourhoods. Action is needed to increase the supply of housing and meet anticipated demand due to population growth goals and other demographic factors. Municipal Plan The HAF Plan s comprised of mixed income living and offer a range of diverse housing choices to meet different life cycle needs. The H revitalization program through initiatives that target key intensification areas, aligns with the General Housing Policies of the Municipal Plan (HS-1-11), Affordable Housing (HS-12-16), and Secondary Suites (HS-20-21). 10-Year Strategic Plan The HAF Plan supports the 10-Year Strategic Plan (2023- growth target of an additional 15,000 residents over 10 years. To adequately respond to this growth target, housing starts will need to double. The HAF Plan expedites several additional objectives and actions, including growing the tax base, sale of City landholdings, development of a North End Neighbourhood Plan, expansion of incentive programs, implementation of the Affordable Housing Action Plan, and obtaining external funding for infrastructure investment. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES There are no impacts to service or financial outcomes resulting from the proposed changes to the Schedule A of the Housing Accelerator Fund Contribution Agreement between the City and CMHC. Diligent and proactive management of the Agreement will be critical, in particular related to reporting requirements. During the first two years, staff will be reporting on progress toward meeting each milestone in the agreement, along with providing other information and attestations as outlined in the agreement. It is only in the final reporting year that 58target will be measured, as CMHC recognizes time will be required to deploy initiatives and create results. Should the target not be fully reached, the Agreement indicates that the fourth and final advance could be reduced (4.1(iv)). Adjustments to milestone dates have been reviewed with Growth and Community Services Staff and other departments as applicable. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Office of General CounselJacqueline Boucher ATTACHMENTS 1.City of Saint John Amended Schedule A 2025-06-23 2.Email from CMHC 2025-06-23 Redacted 3.Housing Accelerator Fund Contribution Agreement with Amended Schedules - March 2025 SCHEDULE A Approved Action Plan Section A - 1. North End Secondary Plan 2024-02-01 2026-06-01 Expected Results 30 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Project Charter 2024-02-01 2024-06-15 Milestone 2 RFP 2024-02-01 2024-06-15 Milestone 3 Infrastructure Modeling 2024-02-01 2024-08-01 Milestone 4 Infrastructure Roadmap 2024-07-01 2025-09-01 Milestone 5 Community Improvement Plan and Infill Strategy 2024-11-06 2025-11-01 Milestone 6 Adoption of CIP and Infill Strategy 2025-11-01 2026-04-30 Milestone 7 Communications and Awareness 2026-05-01 2026-06-01 2. Housing Concierge Program 2024-01-02 HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 1 2025-01-01 Expected Results 50 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Project charter 2024-01-02 2024-04-08 Milestone 2 Incentive program 2024-01-02 2024-08-01 Milestone 3 Implementation and roundtable 2024-01-02 2025-01-01 3. Unlock Gentle Density 2024-01-02 2025-12-31 Expected Results 70 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Project scoping and staff capacity building 2024-01-02 2024-05-11 Milestone 2 Development of incentive grant program and permit fee reimbursement 2024-01-02 2024-10-28 Milestone 3 Adoption of Subdivision amendments 2024-06-01 2025-01-15 Milestone 4 Detailed review of proposed CMHC regional schematic designs 2024-12-01 2025-04-30 Milestone 5 Development of streamlined review process for pre-reviewed designs and builder education 2024-12-01 HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 2 2025-04-30 Milestone 6 Adoption of program and staff training 2025-04-01 2025-12-31 Milestone 7 Communications rollout 2025-05-02 2025-12-31 4. Capitalize Affordable Housing 2024-01-02 2024-12-01 Expected Results 30 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Complete project charter 2024-01-02 2024-04-01 Milestone 2 Non-profit sector engagement and best practice review 2024-01-02 2024-04-01 Milestone 3 Develop amendments to Affordable Housing Grant Program 2024-01-02 2024-06-15 Milestone 4 Refine and implement Grant Program 2024-04-01 2024-12-01 5. Leverage Public and Underutilized Land 2024-01-02 2025-04-01 Expected Results 50 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Complete project charter, stakeholder engagement and scoping of root problem 2024-01-02 HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 3 2024-06-01 Milestone 2 Development of enriched GIS inventory of public and underutilized lands 2024-04-01 2024-12-15 Milestone 3 Land Acquisition and Disposition Policy 2024-06-01 2025-02-01 Milestone 4 Adoption of inventory tool and policy and communications 2025-02-01 2025-04-01 6. Zoning By-law Reform 2024-01-02 2025-04-01 Expected Results 55 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Complete project charter and onboarding of staff/consultant 2024-01-02 2024-03-31 Milestone 2 Background analysis and RFP Award 2024-04-01 2024-07-01 Milestone 3 Increase density in proximity to post-secondary education institutions and primary corridors 2024-07-02 2025-02-01 Milestone 4 Increase the as-of-right number of permitted units within fully serviced residential zones to four. 2024-07-02 2025-02-01 Milestone 5 Increase the maximum height allowance in the Mid-Rise Residential zone (RM) to five to six storeys. 2024-07-02 HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 4 2025-02-01 Milestone 6 Increase the maximum number of dwelling units permitted within residential intensification areas to six, as appropriate 2024-07-02 2025-02-01 Milestone 7 Permit garden suites and secondary suites within all residential zones as appropriate 2024-07-02 2025-02-01 Milestone 8 Public engagement and adoption of amendments 2024-07-02 2025-02-01 Milestone 9 Staff training - front counter and planners 2025-02-02 2025-04-01 7. E-Permitting for the One Stop Development Shop 2024-12-01 2026-05-31 Expected Results 0 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Needs Analysis 2024-12-01 2025-04-01 Milestone 2 RFP development and issuance 2025-04-02 2025-07-15 Milestone 3 Award RFP 2025-07-15 2025-10-31 Milestone 4 Staff training and implementation 2025-10-31 2026-05-31 HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 5 8. Governance Reform 2024-01-02 2026-04-01 Expected Results 0 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Complete project charter 2024-01-02 2024-04-01 Milestone 2 RFP 2024-02-01 2024-04-01 Milestone 3 Development of model 2024-04-01 2025-04-01 Milestone 4 Implementation 2025-04-02 2026-04-01 NEW-9 - Large Scale Development Incentive 2025-03-01 2025-12-31 Expected Results 34 estimated permitted units that the Initiative will incent. Milestone 1 Municipal Finance Sensitivity Analysis 2025-03-01 2025-11-15 Milestone 2 Program Development 2025-05-02 2025-11-15 Milestone 3 Common Council Approval and Implementation 2025-11-16 2025-12-31 Section B Targets HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 6 i.The Recipient agrees to a Housing Supply Growth Target of 1,158permitted housing units. ii.The Recipient agrees to the following Additional Targets: 0 multi-unit housing units in close proximity to rapid transit 164 missing middle housing units 839 other multi-unit housing units 8.92 percent of the Housing Supply Growth Target are affordable units. Section C - Housing Needs Assessment Report Select one applicable statement. \[ \] The Recipient recently (within two years of the 2022 federal budget announcement (April 7, 2022)) completed a Housing Needs Assessment Report and there is a reoccurring scheduled review date included in the report. The Recipient requested that the Housing Needs Assessment Report requirement be waived. There is no requirement to complete or update a Housing Needs Assessment Report. OR \[ X \] The Recipient has recently (within two years of the 2022 federal budget announcement (April 7, 2022)) completed a Housing Needs Assessment Report, but it will need to be updated to include a reoccurring scheduled review date. The Recipient will add a reoccurring scheduled review date. OR \[ \] The Recipient does not have a Housing Needs Assessment Report. The Recipient will complete one and include a reoccurring scheduled review date in the report. HAF Contribution Agreement October 26, 2023 7 COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2025-170 Report DateJune 26, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaUtilities and Infrastructure Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Contract 2024-16 Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Jill DeMerchantIan Fogan/ Michael BakerJ. Brent McGovern RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Contract 2024-16: Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout be awarded to the low tenderer, Fairville Construction Ltd., at their tendered price of $1,623,559.65(including HST) as calculated based on estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council award Contract No. 2024-16: Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout to the low tenderer. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION th October 17, 2022: M&C 2022-317 2023 and 2024 General and Utility Fund Capital Budget, approved. th October 30, 2024: M&C 2023-238; Revised 2024 General and Utility Fund Capital Programs, approved. th October 28, 2024: M&C 2024-287: 2025 General and Utility Fund Capital Budgets, approved. th June 16, 2025: M&C 2025-166: Construction License Agreement for Sandy Point Road Roundabout, approved. REPORT The approved 2024 and 2025 General Fund Capital Programs include funding for the Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout project.The work includes the construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive, with connections to the Rockwood Park Trail access road as well as the driveway toa daycare facility east of the intersection. The work also includes new stormwater management infrastructure and pedestrian sidewalk and crosswalk connections between the existing sidewalks on Sandy Point Road and Fieldstone Drive and the Rockwood Park Trail system to the southeast. TENDER RESULTS th Tenders closed on June 17, 2025, with the following results, including HST: 1.Galbraith Construction Ltd.$ 1,855,904.50 2.Fairville Construction Ltd.$ 1,623,559.65 3.L. Sanford and Sons Ltd.$ 1,820,853.36 1,995,108.15. ANALYSIS The tenders were reviewed by staff, and all were found to be formal in all respects except for the tenders from L. Sanford and Sons Ltd.and Galbraith Construction Ltd. The tendersfrom L. Sanford and Sons Ltd.andGalbraith Construction Ltd.eachcontained an error in mathematics. In accordance with Division 2 Instructions to Tenderers and Tendering Procedures, item 2.11 (u)(i), the errorswerecorrected, and the correct totalswereused for evaluation purposes and reported above in the tender results. 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 is charged against the 2024 and 2025General Fund Capital Programs.fundingfor this project includes$250,000of City Share funding from the2024 General Fund Capital Program and$2,100,000of fundingfrom the 2025 General Fund Capital Program. The 2025 fundingincludes$1,000,000 inCity Sharefundingand $1,100,000 inCanada Community Building Fund (CCBF)funding. Provincial-Municipal Highway Partnership (PMHP) program. The funding recovery amount is 85% of the eligible project expenses. It should be noted that the eligible project expenses through the PMHP program are very specific therefore the program will not cover 85% of all expenses on the Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston roundabout project.Staff have estimated approximately $551,000 of eligible PMHP fundingis recoverable, however the exact amount will not be known until the construction work is completedand exact quantities can be determined. Ineligible expenses through the PMHP program will be covered by the approved CCBF and City Share funding for this project. City Staff have recommended reallocating $200,000 of City Share funding from this budget toa new Loch Lomond Road roundabout design servicesproject. Even with this City Share funding reallocation the analysis below indicates there is sufficient fundingavailable for the completion of thiswork. The budgetbelowincludes all funding on the project (City Share, CCBF and estimated PHMP funding)less the $200,000 in City Share funding that has been recommended for reallocation. The project net costs include costs for design, construction management,and all construction work includingan estimated cost for therelocation of utility poles. The analysis is as follows: Budget:$2,701,000.00 Project Net Cost:$1,723,962.00 Variance(Surplus):$ 977,038.00 POLICY -TENDERING OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS adhering to the City's General Specifications and specific project specifications. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT MOVE with connections to the Trans-Canada Highway(Route 1). This project also aligns with MoveSJ, which recommends a roundabout at this location to improve safety by increasing site lines and reducing travel speeds at the intersection. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive roundabout will improve safety at the intersection for all users. The roundabout will improve sightlines for motorists, while reducing vehicle speeds at the intersection. Marked crosswalks complete with tactile walking surface indicators will be installed across the Sandy Point Road approaches at the intersection. Sidewalks will be extended from the site to the existing sidewalks on Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive near Fieldstone Drive. These connections will improve pedestrian safety in the area and will provide an important connection for pedestrians to the existing Rockwood Park Trail Head. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Supply Chain ManagementChris Roberts Financial ServicesCraig Lavigne 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. The report was also reviewed by the Finance Department. ATTACHMENTS N/A COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2025-171 Report DateJune 25, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaUtilities and Infrastructure Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial Roundabout Design Project AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Stephanie Olvera JosephIan Fogan/Michael BakerJ. Brent McGovern RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that members of Council approve: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As the intersection of Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial has been identified as a strong candidate for reconfiguration into a roundabout. The proposed roundabout will also strengthen transportation links to the Saint John Airport, facilitating future growth through improved connectivity. Accordingly, it is recommended that a new project be added to the 2025 General Fund Capital Program, titled Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial Roundabout Design Project, with the required $200,000 in City Share funding reallocated from the Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout Project. The Sandy Point/Foster Thurston project will proceed as planned within its revised budget. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION th October 28, 2024: M&C 2025-287 2025 Draft General and Utility Fund Capital Budgets, approved. REPORT Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial has been identified as a priority location for a roundabout installation. The strategy focused on intersections with minimal impact on adjacent properties and a history of operational issues such as traffic congestion and safety concerns. This 3-legged intersection, currently stop-controlled by a stop sign on the southbound Route 111 Arterial approach, serves as a key route to the Saint John Airport and is part of Saint John Transit Route 32 Loch Lomond. Additionally, Loch Lomond School is located adjacent to the intersection, resulting in a school zone immediately east of the intersection. The proposed roundabout will notonly strengthen transportation links to the Saint John Airport but also support future growth and development by improving overall connectivity in the area. As part of the proposed design, the intersection will be expanded to include a fourth leg, which will serve as a new access road to the Saint John Airport lands. This new connection is intended to accommodate anticipated development and improve access for both thepublic and commercial traffic. The approved 2025 General Fund Capital Program includes $1,100,000 of Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) funding and $1,000,000 in City Share funding for the installation of a new roundabout at the intersection of Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive, including all required construction management services. Recently, the City also received approval to recover -Municipal Highway Partnership (PMHP) program. The funding recovery amount is 85% of the eligible project expenses. It should be noted that the eligible project expenses through the PMHP program are very specific therefore the program will not cover 85% all expenses on the Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston roundabout project. Ineligible expenses through the PMHP program will be covered by the th approved CCBF and City Share funding for this project. The project was tendered on May 29, th 2025, and is expected to be before Council for recommendation for award on July 7. Based on the low bidd funding available within the existing Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout project budget to reallocate $200,000 toward a new capital project specifically for the engineering design services required to support a proposed roundabout at Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial. Given that the Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial -Roundabout Installation project is part of a provincial initiative, it is anticipated that approximately 45% of the design fees will be covered through PMHP Funding. The actual amount of expenses covered through the PMHP program will be dependent on the design that is completed, and engineers estimate for the project. For the PMHP program,all design workassociated withthis new project st mustbe completed,and all funding claims submitted, no later thanMarch 31, 2026. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT This report aligns withMOVE priority by enhancing safety and connectivity for motorists Route 1 freeway. The project is also consistent with recommendations from MoveSJ, which identifies a roundabout at this location as a key measure to improve safety through better sightlines and reduced travel speeds. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES It is proposed that $200,000 be relocated from the approved of Sandy Point Road and Foster Thurston Drive Roundabout Project within the 2025 General Fund Capital Program and be allocated to a capital project titled Loch Lomond Road and Route 111 Arterial Roundabout Design Project. The overall 2025 General Fund Capital City Share budget would remain unchanged. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Financial Services Craig Lavigne Public Works and Transportation ATTACHMENTS N/A /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2025-173 Report DateJune 25, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaStrategic Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: 2025 Capital Reallocation Saint John Police AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Craig LavigneKevin FudgeJ. Brent McGovern RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Common Council: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Th e Saint John Police Force was approved for $287,500 in the 2025 Capital Budget to allowfor an expansion for more vehicle and asset storage. However, during early investigation, it was determined the project would not be able to proceed due to buried infrastructure. The request is to reallocate $235,000 of the capital funds in order tomove forward with the renewal and modernization of various officer safety equipment and tools that will bring the force in line with regional policing standards and replace expired equipment. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION th October 28, 2024: M&C 2025-287 2025 DraftGeneral and Utility Fund Capital Budgets, approved. REPORT The Saint John Police Force was approved for $287,500 in the 2025 Capital Budget to allow for an expansion for more vehicle and asset storage. However, during early investigation, it was determined the project would not be able to proceed due to buried infrastructure. The request is to reallocate $235,000 of the capital funds to move forward with the renewal and modernization of various officer safety equipment and tools that will bring the force in line with regional policing standards. This renewal project was to be submitted for the 2026 capital budget, but due to several pieces of equipment being expired, the recommendation is to move forward now with existing funds. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT s that ensures the City can provide a safe community for all residents and potential newcomers to Saint John. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES It is recommended the funds be transferred from the approved vehicle and assets storage project (25PC03) that has an approved budget of $287,500. The overall 2025 General Fund Capital City Share budget would remain unchanged. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Strategic Services Finance Craig Lavigne Saint John Police ForceFrank Szalai ATTACHMENTS N/A /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2025-180 Report DateJune 30, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaPublic Works and Transportation Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Fleet Replacement Procurement Municipal Tractor Sidewalk Machines AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Kevin Loughery /Michael HugenholtzJ. Brent McGovern Chris Roberts RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Common Council award the purchase of three(3) Municipal Tractor -Sidewalk Machines with attachments at a total cost of $801,309.75plus HST to Saunders Equipment Ltd. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City manages a fleet of approximately 287 vehicles/pieces of heavy equipment (ten (10)of which are Municipal Tractor -Sidewalk Machinesutilized by Public Works and Transportation Services) and each year,the various City departments to identify and replacevehicles/pieces of heavy equipment which 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 91 vehicles/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 25 vehicles/pieces of heavy equipment (some of which are the least reliable and most The Municipal Tractor -Sidewalk Machinesin this recommendation are to replace unit 795, a 2015 Trackless MT6with an ORP index of33, unit 783, a 2015 Trackless MT6 with an ORP index of 22, and unit792, a 2016Trackless MT6with an ORP index of 22. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION Not applicable. REPORT Of the 287 rolling stock units Fleet Services manages, ten(10)are Municipal Tractor - Sidewalk Machinesoperated by Public Works and Transportation Services. These units are utilized to perform a wide variety of tasks,reducing the need for multiple pieces of equipment.Municipal Tractor -Sidewalk Machineshave different interchangeable attachments, which allows them to handle various seasonal tasks. In winter, staffcan use the plow, snow blower and/or ice breaker to clear snow and ice, mainly from sidewalks. In warmer seasons, staffcan switch to attachments that allow for mowing, sweeping, milling asphalt, and stump grinding. This year-round adaptability means you get more value from one machine.These units also tackle jobs that would otherwise be time- consuming to complete manually, increasing the efficiency of maintenance and cleanup efforts. The three (3) units in this recommendation areto replace three (3) units in Public Works and Transportation Services (PWT); 795, 783, and 792. These units are considered toolboxes via the Continuous Improvement Fleet Utilization projects anddeemed necessary for service delivery. Maintenance Cost / ORP $250,000.0035 30 $200,000.00 25 $150,000.00 20 15 $100,000.00 10 $50,000.00 5 $-0 795 -783 -792 - 201520152016 TrackleTrackleTrackle ss MT6ss MT6ss MT6 Lifetime $194,506.67$171,742.53$222,295.98 Last Three Years $82,427.89$62,680.02$111,973.56 ORP 332222 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 new three (3) units is approximately 8 to 12 weeks. Of the three (3)units being replaced, one (1) or two (2) are expected to be kept as back-up units for sidewalk plowing with the remainingsent directly toauction. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT relates to investing in sustainable City services and municipal infrastructure. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES Thesepurchasesareplanned replacementsof existing fleet units, approved in the 2025 capital budget. The funds specifically are provided for in the General Fleet Reserve, funded from the respected operating budgets. The specifications allow for vendors to submit proposals of new and/or used equipment to be evaluated using common criteria. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Supply Chain Management facilitated the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to solicit proposals for Municipal Tractor -Sidewalk Machinewith attachments. As such the RFP closed on May 21, 2025, with the following proponents responding by submitting proposals: COMPANY NAME Atlantic Coastal Equipment Saunders Equipment Ltd. Superior Power Products 2025 Ltd Kaercher Municipal North America A review committee, consisting of staff from Supply Chain Managementand Public Works and Transportation Services reviewed the submissionsfor 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. Service Response Time 5. Value Added 6. Cost evaluated the proposals financial proposalswereopened and evaluated, and corresponding scoreswereadded to the technical scores. proposal was selected as the best proposal based on an overall rating of the evaluation criteria offering a strong overall solution for the City. Supply Chain Management support the recommendations being put forth. Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Supply Chain ManagementMike Lewis Public Works and Transportation Chris Phinney Services ATTACHMENTS None /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2025-179 Report DateJune 26, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaGrowth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Saint John Community Arts Board -Recipients of the Small Arts Grants Program AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Kelly Green/ Ronald Amy Poffenroth/ David J. Brent McGovern MoncadaDobbelsteyn RECOMMENDATION The Chief Administrative Officer recommends: 1. letter supporting the granting of funding to the successful applicants for the 2025 Spring/Summer Small Grants Fund; and 2.That the Chief Financial Officerfacilitates payment to the successful organizations. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY support to non-profit organizations in Saint John for the facilitation of Festivals or Projects with an Arts and Culture mandate.The funds annual budget, providingtwo rounds of Small Grant Funding each year: Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter. On June 24,2025,the Smal using the Small Grant Funding Program Guidelines, and approved 5applications on the merits of community engagement, support for artists, diversity, and arts component. The successful applicantsincludefour festivals (Literary, Contemporary Art, Contemporary Dance, and Classical Music), as well as a music eventfor familiesand young aspiring musicians. The Board will award $17,000 of its allocated budget for the Spring/Summer round.The remaining budgetwill be availableto the Fall/Winter small grantsallocation. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION The 2025Community Arts Program Fall/Winter Funding Program was approved by Council on January27, 2025 REPORT As described in the City of Saint John Arts and Culture Policy, adopted by Common Council on September 26, 2005, the arts make a substantial contribution to the quality of life and vitality of our community. The City of Saint John believes that one of the most effective means of facilitating the development of arts and culture in Saint John is to provide funding support to non-profit arts and/or cultural organizations serving our community. In this way, arts and culture organizations are encouraged to establish themselves, enhance their services, and provide their programming to the community. Accordingly, the City, through the Saint John Community Arts Board has implemented the Community Arts Funding Program. This program is designed to provide project support for non-profit organizations or groups wishing to offer quality arts activities in any discipline of the creative arts within the City of Saint John. The Community Arts Funding Program (Small Grants Program) is administered by the Saint John Community Arts Board on behalf of the City of Saint John. The Program provides financial support in two categories: Project/Activity FundingArts-related projects, activities, events, or initiatives (including a series of activities or events) that are primarily participatory, actively engage the public, are educational in nature, or that develop the arts in the community. Arts Festival FundingPreparation and presentation of one-day or multi-day arts festivals, major arts events, or arts celebrations. The Arts Board is pleased to fund the following projects and festivals for the 2025 Spring/Summer Small Grants: 1.Symphonette by the SeaSur Mer| Award: $3,000 Symphonette by the SeaSur Merprovidesa season of chamber music and familiar pop music to audiences in Saint John, performed by professional musicians at a reasonable cost to the attendees. It featuresthe music of local composers and to provide opportunities for the next th generation of music students.For example, theSeptember 28concert will take place at Harbourview High School and will be a collaborative event with the School District string orchestra. addressing a key mandate of the Symphonette, to engage with the next generation of music students. 2.Saint John Contemporary Dance Festival| Award: $3,500 Saint John Contemporary Dance Festival, hosted by Connection Dance Worksis designed to break down barriers to dance and movement, offering free sessions for all ages, bodies, and abilities, ensuring that all residents, including marginalized groups, can participate in the arts. Directed by guest artist Meredith Kalaman, this initiative will bring together 15-20 dancers and movers of various experience levels, who will perform an improv- based piece accompanied by live music from musician Ian Gibson. Set in an outdoor location in Saint John, the project invites the community to join in and be part of the performance, helping generate future dance enthusiasts and participants. 3.Fog Lit Festival | Award: $3,500 Fog Lit Festival, hosted by Fog Lit Literary Collective, is an annual literary festival offering an inclusive and exciting lineup of readings, book launches, panel discussions, and workshops. The programming is accessible, free to attend, and celebrates a range of voices from Atlantic Canada and beyond. Fog Lit bringstogether new and returning audiences from across the region to celebrate and foster a love of reading and writing.There arenumber of main goals that guide this festival: to bring together those with a love of reading and writing from across the Greater Saint John area; to build community in the Greater Saint John region; to foster literacy across readers of all ages through diverse programming; to support local artists, celebrate storytelling from diverse perspectives; and bring some of the most compelling voices from across Canada to our community.The 2025 program schedule will have a variety of events situated in the Uptown Core region of Saint John, neartraditionally under-served communities. 4.Saint John String Quartet Library Series| Award:$3,500 Saint John String Quartet Library Series, hosted by Symphony New Brunswick,is part of their WHAM! \["With Harmony and Melody"\] program, which focuses on community outreach featuring core musicians. This component of WHAM! partners the Saint John String Quartet with the Saint John Public Library for a series of fourfamily concertsat no cost to participants. 5.Third Shift| Award: $3,500 THIRD SHIFT, hosted by Third Space Gallery,is an exhibition of public contemporary artworks presented by Third Space, a not-for-profit artist-run centre in Saint John, New Brunswick. Entering its 11th year, THIRD SHIFT will present the works of over 35 emerging and professional artists from Saint John and abroad across the Uptown core from August 15th-17th, 2025. These free, outdoor exhibitions are an accessible way toreach populations that may not have an initial interest in the arts sector. It is an education opportunity, a fun experience, and a great outdoor family activity. THIRD SHIFT's multi-day programming provides numerous ways in which its community can engage in, from participatory installation works, hands-on workshops, and educational and communal panels about relevant topics that both artists and community members face, there are options for everyone to get involved with consideration of their comfort levels. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Grow Aligning with the principles of smart growth, PlanSJ, and Arts and Culture Policy Belong Enhance the quality of life, recreation, arts, and culture opportunities, and social well-being in a safe place to live. Perform Plans, policies, procedures, and best practices. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The 2025General Fund Operating Budget included a $70,000 budget for the Saint John Community Arts Board, with $40,000 allotted for the Small Grant Funding Program. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person The Community Arts Board consists of Nominating Committee and one Arts & Culture Coordinatoracts as the Program Officer for the Small Grants Funding Program but does not vote. The Jury consisted of t Grants Committee. Additionally, the Ronald Moncada Growth Officer supported this rendition of the Small Arts Grants process. Saint John Community Arts Board ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: 2025 Spring Summer Small Grants Committee Memorandum Attachment B: 2025 Spring Summer Small Grants Recipients 1. Symphonette by the Sea Sur Mer $3,000 Symphonette by the Sea Sur Mer provides a season of chamber music and familiar pop music to audiences in Saint John, performed by professional musicians at a reasonable cost to the attendees. It features the music of local composers and to provide opportunities for the next th generation of music students. For example, the September 28 concert will take place at Harbourview High School and will be a collaborative event with the School District string orchestra. addressing a key mandate of the Symphonette, to engage with the next generation of music students. 2. Saint John Contemporary Dance Festival $3,500 Saint John Contemporary Dance Festival, hosted by Connection Dance Works is designed to break down barriers to dance and movement, offering free sessions for all ages, bodies, and abilities, ensuring that all residents, including marginalized groups, can participate in the arts. Directed by guest artist Meredith Kalaman, this initiative will bring together 15-20 dancers and movers of various experience levels, who will perform an improv-based piece accompanied by live music from musician Ian Gibson. Set in an outdoor location in Saint John, the project invites the community to join in and be part of the performance, helping generate future dance enthusiasts and participants. 3. Fog Lit Festival $3,500 Fog Lit Festival, hosted by Fog Lit Literary Collective, is an annual literary festival offering an inclusive and exciting lineup of readings, book launches, panel discussions, and workshops. The programming is accessible, free to attend, and celebrates a range of voices from Atlantic Canada and beyond. Fog Lit brings together new and returning audiences from across the region to celebrate and foster a love of reading and writing. There are three main goals that guide this festival: to bring together those with a love of reading and writing from across the Greater Saint John area; to build community in the Greater Saint John region; to foster literacy across readers of all ages through diverse programming; to support local artists, celebrate storytelling from diverse perspectives; and bring some of the most compelling voices from across Canada to our community. The 2025 program schedule will have a variety of events situated in the Uptown Core region of Saint John, in close proximity to traditionally under-served communities. 4. Saint John String Quartet Library Series $3,500 Saint John String Quartet Library Series, hosted by Symphony New Brunswick, is part of their WHAM! \["With Harmony and Melody"\] program, which focuses on community outreach featuring core musicians. This component of WHAM! partners the Saint John String Quartet with the Saint John Public Library for a series of four family concerts at no cost to participants. 5. Third Shift $3,500 THIRD SHIFT, hosted by Third Space Gallery, is an exhibition of public contemporary artworks presented by Third Space, a not-for-profit artist-run centre in Saint John, New Brunswick. Entering its 11th year, THIRD SHIFT will present the works of over 35 emerging and professional artists from Saint John and abroad across the Uptown core from August 15th-17th, 2025. These free, outdoor exhibitions are an accessible way to reach populations that may not have an initial interest in the arts sector. It is an education opportunity, a fun experience, and a great outdoor family activity that is offered free of charge. THIRD SHIFT's multi-day programming provides numerous ways in which its community can engage in, from participatory installation works, hands-on workshops, and educational and communal panels about relevant topics that both artists and community members face, there are options for everyone to get involved with consideration of their comfort levels. PROCLAMATION WHEREAS:TheLifesavingSocietyisanational,charitableorganization workingtopreventdrowningandreducewater-relatedinjury throughourtrainingprograms,WaterSmart®publiceducation, drowningresearchandaquaticsafetystandards.TheLifesaving SocietycertifiesNationalLifeguards. WHEREAS:NationalDrowningPreventionWeekisoneoftheleading publiceducationinitiatives,witheventstakingplaceacrossthe countrytofocusmediaandcommunityattentiononthedrowning problemanddrowningprevention. WHEREAS:TheLifesavingSocietyurgesCanadiansandresidentsofSaintJohn tosupervisechildrenwhoareinandaroundthewater,torefrainfrom drinkingalcoholicbeverageswhileparticipatinginaquatic activities,andtoalwayswearalifejacketwhenboating. WHEREAS:TheUnitedNationsGeneralAssemblypassedtheUNResolutionon th DrowningPrevention(A/75/L.76)andnamedJuly25ofeachyear asWorldDrowningPreventionDay. NOW THEREFORE: I,Mayor Donna Reardon, of Saint Johndo hereby proclaim the week ofJuly 20to July 26, 2025as National Drowning Prevention Week in the City of Saint John. In witnesswhereof I have set my hand and affixed the official seal of the Mayor of the City of Saint John. Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution Property: 224 Anthony Cove Road Public Hearing: July 7, 2025 Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment stnd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to an Amendment Amendment to the Zoning By-law which rezones a parcel of land having an area of approximately 10,869 square metres, located at 224 Anthonys Cove Road, also identified as PID 00336339, from Rural Residential (RR) to Rural General Commercial (CRG). Other No rd 3 Reading: Tentative date July 28, 2025 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3rd reading to an Amendment to Amendment the Zoning By-law which rezones a parcel of land having an area of approximately 10,869 square metres, located at 224 Anthonys Cove Road, also identified as PID 00336339, from Rural Residential (RR) to Rural General Commercial (CRG). 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 June18, 2025 Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council Your Worship and Councillors: SUBJECT:ProposedRezoning 224 Anthonys Cove Road On June2, 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 June17, 2025meeting. Yeva Mattson, Plannerwith Growth and Community Services, appeared before the Committee and provided an overview of the proposed Rezoning. Jeff Perry appeared as the applicant to speak in favor of staff recommendation. He clarified that the access for the business is shared with his residential access. No other members of the public appeared nor were any letters received. RECOMMENDATION: 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-law No. C.P.111-205, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John.” Respectfully submitted, Brad Mitchel Chair Attachments Page 1of 1 Date:June 13, 2025 To:Planning Advisory Committee From:Growth & Community Services Meeting:June 17, 2025 SUBJECT Applicant: Trisha and Jeff Perry Landowner: Trisha and Jeff Perry Location: 224 Anthony’s Cove Road PIDs: 00336339 Plan Designation:RuralResidential Existing Zoning:Rural Residential (RR) Proposed Zoning:Rural General Commercial (CRG) Application Type:Rezoning Jurisdiction:The Community Planning Act authorizes thePlanning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Zoning By-law. Common Council will consider the Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on Monday, July 7, 2025. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicant seeks to rezone 224 Anthony’s Cove Roadfrom Rural Residential(RR)to Rural General Commercial (CRG) to convert a residential property to a personal wellness business which would include an outdoorspa area and space for workshops. Approval of the application is recommended. Page 1 of 4 Trisha and Jeff Perry224 Anthony’s Cove RoadJune 13, 2025 RECOMMENDATION 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-law No. C.P. 111-205, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John.” DECISION HISTORY There is no decision history on this site. ANALYSIS Proposal The applicant is proposing to rezone the subject site to Rural General Commercial (CRG) to allow for the operation of a personal wellness business which would include an outdoor spa area, space for workshops, and office space located within the existing residential building. The applicant has confirmed with the necessary Provincial Departments that the existing well and septic systems can accommodate the proposed use. Site and Neighbourhood The subject site is located on a 10,869 m² lot in the far south-east area of Saint John on Anthony’s Cove Road, a dead-end street located off Red Head Road. The immediate residential neighbourhood is zoned Rural Residential (RR), which supports one and two-unit dwellings on unserviced lots. The surrounding area is zoned Rural (RU) and is largely forested or with limited site development. The Irving Oil Refinery is located further south of the subject site, along Red Head Road. Due to its rural setting and location within the City, the site does not have access to the City’s pedestrian or bike networks and is not served by Saint John Transit. The proposed development will incorporate onsite parking to support the use of private vehicles by their clients. Municipal Plan and Rezoning Municipal Plan The subject site is designated Rural Residential under the Municipal Plan. This designation applies to lands that support existing or approved low-density residential development located outside of designated Rural Settlement Areas, beyond the Primary Development Area, and are unserviced. The primary focus of policy within the Rural Residential designation is to limit the expansion of such areas. Rural General Commercial uses are found within the Rural Residential, Rural Settlement, Rural, and Rural Resource designations across the City, recognizing the need for limited commercial services that support rural neighbourhoods and communities. As this proposal does not involve the establishment of additional Rural Residential development, there are more limited Municipal Plan policies that are applicable for this proposal. Of the Plan Policies, Policy UD-16 can be considered: Page 2 of 4 Trisha and Jeff Perry224 Anthony’s Cove RoadJune 13, 2025 Policy UD-16 Ensure that where new development and significant redevelopment in Rural Settlement and Rural Residential Areas is permitted, it will be compatible with the existing character of the area and respect and enhance the surrounding natural environment. The proposed use of the site for a personal wellness business aligns with this policy, as it utilizes the existing built form and site development which incorporating minimal changes to the property. The proposed parking areas are located adjacent to the existing driveway and to the rear of the existing residence. The proposed spa structures will be located 80m from the road and are to be placed within the forested portion of the site, limiting the visibility from the road. The proposed personal wellness business utilizes and preserves the natural environment, which ensures compatibility with the established rural character of the area. From the analysis of the proposed development for alignment with the Municipal Plan Policies (Attachment 2), the proposed development achieves the intent of the Municipal Plan based on the proposed commercial use. Zoning The Rural General Commercial (CRG) Zone is a small-scale commercial zone intended for areas located outside of the Primary Development Area that is designated Rural Settlement Area or Rural Residential. This zone was designed to accommodate limited, small-scale commercial uses that can serve rural areas. This includes the Personal Service land use, which allows personal wellness businesses such as spas. Personal Service is a land use that is considered compatible with residential development and can be supported as an accessory use to a dwelling through the Home Occupation land use. The Home Occupation use is subject to conditions through the Zoning By-Law which limits the scale and intensity of the development. This includes requiring the business owner to reside in the dwelling unit, limiting the footprint of the home occupation and requiring it to be operated fully within the dwelling unit. Initially, the applicant inquired about operating the business as a Home Occupation; however, the applicant was unable to meet the requirements of the Zoning By-Law. Of particular note, as the business operator does not reside on the property, this condition of use could not be met. As a result, the rezoning of the property to the CRG zone is necessary to facilitate the proposed use. Overall, the proposed development aligns with the regulations established for the CRG zone within the City’s Zoning By-Law. Site enhancements including the development of onsite parking, will be required to meet the standards of the Zoning By-Law. Conclusion The proposed rezoning to permit the establishment of a Personal Service business on an existing site aligns with the policies established in the City’s Municipal Plan and conforms to the City’s Zoning By-Law. The proposed rezoning will facilitate the use of the property as a personal Page 3 of 4 Trisha and Jeff Perry224 Anthony’s Cove RoadJune 13, 2025 wellness business with spa and outdoor workshoparea, which willconform with the character of the area. Staff are recommending approval of the rezoning. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives were considered. ENGAGEMENT In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property on June 3, 2025. The public hearing notice will be posted on the City of Saint John website on June 13, 2025. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Manager Director Commissioner Jennifer Kirchner RPP, MCIP Pankaj Nalavde RPP, Amy Poffenroth P.Eng., MCIPMBA Contact: Yeva Mattson RPP, MCIP Telephone: (506) 721-8453 Email: yeva.mattson@saintjohn.ca Application: 25-0074 APPENDIX Map 1: Aerial Photography Map 2: Future Land Use Map 3: Zoning Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy Review Submission 1: Site Plan Page 4 of 4 ATTACHMENT 1: SITE PHOTOGRAPHY Subject site – access shared by 232 and 224 Anthonys Cove Road Subject site and Anthonys Cove Road personal property, a the spa structures and residential incorporate would be considered compatible within a , utilize an existing facilitate the development of would on the subject site. The proposed development, which As the front portion of the property is heavily treed, the site rezoning s Cove Road ’ parking. This proposal aligns with the City’s Municipal Plan and conforms to all relevant zoning standards. The proposal is located on an existing lot in an established neighbourhood. The development will utilize existing infrastructure and will not have a negative impact on service provision. 224 Anthony The proposed The proposed development willwhich will undergo minimal changes to onsite alterations should have limited visibility from the road. wellness businessincorporates outdoor spa facilitiesrural residential area. a.b. s Cove Road ’ 224 Anthony – intends that land and ensure efficient to development Financial inability of the City to absorb costs related Municipal Plan Policy Review ations for subdivision were approved by Council 16 proposal is not premature or inappropriate by reason 45 104 Create the Rural Residential designation on the - - - 2 - The proposal is in conformity with the goals, policies and intent of the Municipal Plan and the requirements of all City bylaws; The of: i. a.b. Municipal PlanPolicy LU Policy LUFuture Land Use map (Schedule B). Council within the Rural Residential Area designation is generallyintended to accommodate existing rural residential development. Development of residential uses on existing lots shall be permitted but the creation of new lots for additional rural residential development will generally be discouraged, except where applicprior to the adoption of the Municipal Plan. Council will permit other compatible uses including home occupations, parks, and community facilities without amendment to the Municipal Plan.Policy UD Ensure that where new development and significant redevelopment in Rural Settlement and Rural Residential Areas is permitted, it will be compatible with the existing character of the area and respect and enhance the surrounding natural environment.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: Attachment 2: as part The design and the site limited to the provision of topography of and the proposed addition will align with The development meets these requirements. Proposed changes to the subject site will be parking and construction of the proposed spa structures.scale of the existing building the established development pattern of the area. There are no proposed alterations to theof this proposed development. e/f. c.d. - 5 - of road networks leading to or adjacent for negative impacts to designated 8; . - adequacy of central wastewater or water quacy or proximity of school, recreation or delivery of services, as determined through Policy I7 and IThe services and storm drainage measures;Adeother community facilities;Adequacyto the development; andPotential heritage buildings or areas. transit access to and from the site; proposal satisfies the terms and conditions of Policy Iproposal meets all necessary public health and safety proposed building; i. Type of use;ii. Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any iii. Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or iv. Parking;v. Open storage; vi. Signs; andvii. Any other relevant matter of urban planning. Appropriate controls are placed on any proposeddevelopment where necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of: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 related to timeframes and phasing of development; and Theconsiderations ii.iii.iv.v. c.d.e.f. BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-205 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-205 ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT L’ARRÊTÉ DE ZONAGE A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-LAW O OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ARRÊTÉ N DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN C.P. 111-205 Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Lors d'une réunion du conseil Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : L'arrêté sur le zonage de The The Zoning By-law of The City City of Saint John, décrété le quinze (15) of Saint John enacted on the fifteenth day of décembre 2014, est modifié par : December, A.D. 2014, is amended by: Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The La modification de l’annexe «A», Plan de City of Saint John, by rezoning a parcel of land zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant having an area of approximately 10,869 square de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle metres, located at 224 Anthonys Cove Road, de terrain d’une superficie d’environ 10,869 also identified as PID 00336339, from Rural mètres carrés, situé au 224, rue Anthony Residential (RR) to Rural General Cove, également identifié comme NID Commercial (CRG). 00336339, de Zone résidentielle rurale (RR) à Zone commerciale générale rurale (CRG). - all as shown on the plan attached hereto - toutes les modifications sont and forming part of this by-law. indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a Saint John has caused the Corporate Common fait apposer son sceau communal sur le Seal of the said City to be affixed to this by-law présent arrêté le ______ _________ 2025, the ____ day of __________, A.D. 2025 and avec les signatures suivantes: 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 RE: 224 Anthony’s Cove Road and soon to be spa this and is days -- Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution 500 Pelton Road (PID 55238471) Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning Public Hearing: July 7, 2025 Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan Yes That Common Council give 1st and 2nd reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 106-41 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. stnd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 111-204 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. Other No rd Tentative 3 Reading: July 28, 2025 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan Yes That Common Council give 3rd reading to By-Law Number Amendment C.P. 106-41 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. rd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number Amendment C.P. 111-204 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. Recission of Yes That Common Council rescind the Section 59 conditions Previous s. 39/s. imposed on the April 6, 2021, rezoning of the property 59 Conditions located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. Section 59 Yes That Common Council impose the following conditions on Conditions land having an area of 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID No. 55238471 pursuant to section 59(1)(a)(ii) of the New Brunswick Community Planning Act: a. upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; b. Following the extension of municipal services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface; c. All dwellings within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a residential sprinkler system to the extent necessary for compliance with the National Building Code of Canada, Latest Edition which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. Section 59 Yes 1. That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, Agreement pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(6) of the Community Planning Act, cancel the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 2. That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(1)(b) of the Community Planning Act, enter into an agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471 respecting the following: a. upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; and b. Following the extension of services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface. c. All dwellings within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a residential sprinkler system to the extent necessary for compliance with the National Building Code of Canada, Latest Edition which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. Section 131 Yes That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, Agreement pursuant to the provisions of Section 131(1) of the Community Planning Act, discharge the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. Other No /haahb /hb/L\[ w9thw M&C No.2025-175 Report DateJune 19, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaGrowth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Council Supplementary Report -500 Pelton Road (Ethos Ridge).docx AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Thomas LewallenAmy Poffenroth / Pankaj J. Brent McGovern Nalavde RECOMMENDATION 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment -Law Number C.P. 106-41, A By-Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By- 2.That Common Council adopt the attached by--Law Number C.P. 111-204, A By-Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of 3.That Common Council rescind the Section 59 conditions imposed on the April 6, 2021, rezoning of the property located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 4.That Common Council impose the following conditions on land having an area of 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID No. 55238471 pursuant to section 59(1)(a)(ii) of the New Brunswick Community Planning Act: a.municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; b.Following the extension of municipal services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface; c.All dwellings within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a residential sprinkler system to the extent necessary for compliance with the National Building Code of Canada, Latest Edition which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. 5.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(6) of the Community Planning Act, cancel the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 6.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 131(1) of the Community Planning Act, discharge the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 7.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(1)(b) of the Community Planning Act, enter into an agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having anarea of approximately 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471 respecting the following: a. infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; and b.Following the extension of services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface. c.Alldwellings within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of aresidentialsprinkler systemto the extent necessary for compliance with the National Building Code of Canada, Latest Editionwhich shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On June 17, 2025, Staff presented the Municipal Plan and Zoning By-Law amendments application to the Planning Advisory Committee. The Committee recommendation, with an amendment to recommendations 4(c) and 7(c) as they relate to the requirement of the installation of sprinkler systems in the dwelling units. REPORT O n June 17, 2025, staff presented the proposed Municipal Planand Zoning By-Law amendments to the Planning Advisory Committee. The Committee supported the staff recommendation, subject to amendments to Recommendations 4(c) and 7(c), specifically regarding the requirement for sprinkler systems in dwelling units.The Planning Advisory Committee found the original language in the Section 59conditions, as referenced in Recommendations 4(c) and 7(c), to be overly broad and potentially open to misinterpretation, particularly regarding accessory buildings. The original Recommendation for 4(c)and 7(c)as presented to PACon June 17, 2025,was as follows: which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. The revisedRecommendation for 4(c) and 7(c) now reads as follows: system to the extent necessary for compliance with the National Building Code of Canada, Latest Edit The revised language reflects the original intent, which is to apply the sprinkler requirement exclusively to dwelling units. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT priority to GROW: The approach also aligns with the Municipal Plan through initiatives that target existing neighborhoods for opportunities to add density and expanding housing options. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The holding of the public hearing and receiving advice and a recommendation from the Planning Advisory Committee satisfies the legislative and service requirements as mandated by the Community Planning Act. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person MunicipalEngineeringJeremy Clack Date:June 13, 2025 To:PlanningAdvisory Committee From:Growth &Community Services Meeting:June 17, 2025 Applicant:Don-More Surveys and Engineering Ltd. Landowner:Ethos Ridge Ltd. Location:500 Pelton Road PID:55238471 Existing PlanDesignation:Major Community Facility Proposed Plan Designation: Stable Residential Existing Zoning:Major Community Facility (CFM) Proposed Zoning:Low-Rise Residential (RL) Application Type:Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning Jurisdiction:The Community Planning Act authorizes 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 July 7, 2025. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This applicationis seeking to rezonethe subject property fromMajor Community Facility (CFM) to Low-Rise Residential (RL) to develop 6 townhouseand 8 semi-detached dwelling units.This requires an amendment to the Municipal Plan which would redesignate the subject property from Major Community Facilityto Stable Residential. An amendment of the existing Section 59 Conditions and Developers Agreement are also required. Theproposed 14lots along a private street requires the approval of the Planning Advisory Committeeand the subsequent money-in- lieu of LPP will require assent from Council.Staff are recommending approvalof the application. Page 1of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 RECOMMENDATION 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-Law Number C.P. 106-41, A By-Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By-Law of The City of Saint John”. 2.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-Law Number C.P. 111-204, A By-Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John”. 3.That Common Council rescind the Section 59 conditions imposed on the April 6, 2021, rezoning of the property located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 4.That Common Council impose the following conditions on land having an area of 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID No. 55238471 pursuant to section 59(1)(a)(ii) of the New Brunswick Community Planning Act: a.The developer’s obligation, at its own cost, to upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; b.Following the extension of municipal services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface; c.All structures within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a sprinkler system which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. 5.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(6) of the Community Planning Act, cancel the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 6.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 131(1) of the Community Planning Act, discharge the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 7.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(1)(b) of the Community Planning Act, enter into an agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471 respecting the following: a.The developer’s obligation, at its own cost, to upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; and Page 2 of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 b.Followingthe extension of services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is torestore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface. c. All structures within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a sprinkler system which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. 8. That the Planning Advisory Committee grant a variance from the requirements of the Subdivision By-law permitting the creation of new lots not abutting a public street. DECISION HISTORY In April 2021, Common Council approved a Municipal Plan Amendment (C.P. 106-25) and Rezoning (C.P. 111-109) to enable the development of a 133-unit nature-based retirement community at what is now 500 Pelton Road (PID 55238471). The subject property was redesignated from Rural Resource and Park and Natural Area to Major Community Facility, and the Primary Development Area boundary was extended to include the site. The property was concurrently rezoned from Rural (RU) to Major Community Facility (CFM), subject to Section 59 conditions, a Section 59 Agreement and a Section 131 Agreement under the Community Planning Act. As part of previous planning approvals for the subject property (PID 55238471), Section 59 conditions and a Section 131 Development Agreement under the Community Planning Act were established to guide development in line with the City’s planning objectives and minimize impacts on surrounding areas. The existing Section 59 conditions, originally imposed in 2021, restrict vehicular access to Sandy Point Road (with limited-service access from Pelton Road), require completion by April 2028, limit development to a maximum of 167 supportive housing units, and mandate adherence to approved site, landscaping, and elevation plans. Requirements include preserving tree buffers, incorporating sidewalks and drop-off areas, and managing stormwater in accordance with City standards. The existing Section 131 Agreement places responsibility on the developer to extend municipal water and sewer infrastructure, fund connection costs for adjacent properties, contribute to traffic calming at key intersections, complete a revised traffic study in collaboration with City staff, and build a pedestrian walkway along Sandy Point Road. Additionally, the developer must conduct and publicly share a groundwater impact assessment and obtain provincial permits for any watercourse alterations. Together, these provisions ensure the development integrates responsibly with the neighbourhood and supports long-term municipal planning goals. In 2023, the developer requested amendments to the Section 59 conditions to accommodate a revised building and site layout, eliminate underground parking, and extend the project timeline from five to seven years. The revised concept maintained the supportive housing model with 167 units, replaced underground parking with a surface lot, and altered on-site amenities. Page 3 of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 Public concerns regarding stormwater management, parking impacts on Pelton Road, and the nature of the supportive facility were raised during the Planning Advisory Committee meeting. PAC recommended limiting surface parking to 122 spaces and requiring the City’s approval of the scope for a revised traffic impact study. However, Common Council subsequently removed the recommended cap on parking spaces, instead deferring to the permitting and stormwater review process already required under the City’s Drainage By-Law. The Section 59 Conditions, Section 59 Agreement and the Section 131 Agreement remain in effect. The full list of the existing Section 59 and 131 conditions can be found in Attachment 3. ANALYSIS Proposal The applicant is seeking the redesignation and rezoning of the subject property in order to develop 6 townhouses and 8 semi-detached dwelling units along a private street. An extension of municipal water and wastewater servicing will be required. Site and Neighbourhood The subject property comprises approximately 8.46 hectares of vacant land and woodlot, located on Sandy Point Road in Millidgeville. The site has additional frontage located on the unbuilt cul-de-sac portion of Pelton Road. The subject property is separated from Westmount Drive by a 6.3-hectare forested parcel, which is privately owned. The subject property features varied topography, including a ridge rising from 35 to 65 metres above sea level, mature coniferous and hardwood forest, and former farmland with coniferous plantings. The natural ridge and vegetation provide visual screening from Sandy Point Road. The terrain descends sharply to the Kennebecasis River and is not susceptible to flooding. The subject site lies at a transition area that separates unserviced rural residential areas to the north and serviced residential neighbourhoods to the south. North of Westmount Drive, development consists of predominantly single-unit dwellings on larger lots along Pelton Road, Beach Road, and Sandy Point Road. South of the intersection lies the serviced Kennebecasis Drive subdivision, developed in the 1980s, with sidewalks and access to the seasonal Summerville-Millidgeville Ferry. Sandy Point Road functions as a local street in this area and transitions into a collector route toward Rockwood Park and the Regional Hospital, located approximately 3.5 km away. Zoning The site is zoned Major Community Facility (CFM), which permits limited residential development through the establishment of supportive housing and supportive facilities. These are specialized housing types that either require provincial licensing or are designed to provide shared amenities and services to residents, such as communal dining, medical care, or supervised living environments. The CFM zone does not support the development of conventional residential development, which is being proposed in this application. Page 4 of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 Theapplicant is proposing to rezone the site to the Low-Rise Residential (RL) zone, which accommodates a broad range of lower-density, ground-oriented residential forms. This includes single-detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, duplexes, townhouses, stacked townhouses, and small-scale multi-unit apartment buildings. The proposed development, which would comprise of 6 townhouse and 8 semi-detached dwelling units, aligns with the permitted uses and overall objective of the RL zone. It represents a modest intensification that supports housing diversity while respecting the scale and character for the neighbourhood. The proposed development will be required to align with the requirements of the Zoning By-Law including onsite parking and landscaping. Municipal Plan The application includes a redesignation of the subject property from Major Community Facility to Stable Residential. As part of the application review, staff assessed the proposal’s alignment with the City’s Municipal Plan (see Attachment 2). The subject property is adjacent to lands designated Rural Residential to the north, Stable Residential to the south and is located within the Primary Development Area (PDA). The area would be considered an area of the City where unserviced rural residential development abuts serviced residential neighbourhoods. Given its location within the PDA and its proximity to existing residential neighbourhoods, redesignating the property to Stable Residential can be viewed as the expansion of an existing residential development pattern. This designation, as defined in PlanSJ, applies to areas that are largely built out but offer opportunities for context-sensitive infill that complements the established scale and character of surrounding development. Policy LU-86 recognizes that Stable Residential areas may include a variety of housing forms and densities. The appropriateness of new development is guided by its compatibility with the existing built form and its alignment with the overarching objectives of the Municipal Plan. While Stable Residential areas are not subject to specific density targets, the policy encourages flexible development that supports neighbourhood continuity. The proposed development of 6 townhouses and 8 semi-detached dwellings represents a modest and context-sensitive increase in density that is consistent with the surrounding built form and maintains the character of the neighbourhood. Policy LU-87 supports the gradual evolution of Stable Residential areas in terms of land use and built form, provided that new development reinforces the prevailing character and contributes positively to the community. The current proposal is consistent with this policy direction, as it complements the existing mix of housing types and densities, which aligns with the built form found in the surrounding Low-Rise Residential (RL) lands. The proposed redesignation to Stable Residential aligns with the City’s Municipal Plan objectives by promoting compatible infill development within the Primary Development Area. It respects the existing transition between rural and serviced residential neighbourhoods, Page 5 of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 supporting a sensitive increase in housing diversity and density that reinforces the established community character. Provincial Statements of Public Interest As a result of the Municipal Plan Amendment, staff have reviewed the policies within the Provincial Statements of Public Interest (SPI) and determined that the proposal complies with the SPI policies. Further details can be found in Attachment 2. Subdivision The proposed subdivision seeks Planning Advisory Committee approval to allow the creation of new lots accessed via a private street. Given the number of lots involved, the associated money-in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes (LPP) requires Council’s approval. Upon receiving PAC’s endorsement for the private street lots and Council assent to the money-in-lieu of LPP payment, the subdivision will proceed through the standard Staff-level processing. Section 59 Conditions, Section 59 Agreement and Section 131 Agreement As part of the original approval process for the subject property, Common Council imposed a Section 59 Conditions as well as Section 59 and 131 Agreements, which served to guide the form and function of the proposed 133-unit Supportive Facility. These conditions were intended to mitigate potential impacts on adjacent properties associated with the scale and design of the campus style retirement residence. An amendment to the existing conditions and agreements are necessary due to the significant change in the scale and typology of the proposed development. The original conditions were established based on a large-scale seniors living complex, which involved specialized supportive housing with associated communal amenities and infrastructure demands. The current proposal has been significantly reconfigured to consist of 14-dwelling units established through a mixture of townhomes and semi-detached dwellings on a private street. This shift in building typology, land use and density alters the anticipated impacts on servicing, traffic, site layout, and land use compatibility. Consequently, the original conditions and agreements no longer reflect the scope, design, or operational requirements of the revised development. Staff are proposing the rescinding and cancellation of the existing Section 59 Conditions and Section 59 and 131 Agreements, which were crafted based on the scale and design of the 2021 development proposal including the creation of private walking trail network, site design requirements, and land use controls. In place, staff are proposing the creation of three Section 59 Conditions which will be implemented through a new Section 59 Agreement. These conditions will address the required upgrades to the existing municipal infrastructure, the reconstruction of Sandy Point Road to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface and the incorporation of a sprinkler system for all future buildings. The Section 59 Conditions would establish the following: Page 6 of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 a.The developer’s obligation, at its own cost, to upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; and b. Following the extension of services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface. c. All structures within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a sprinkler system which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. Infrastructure and Protective Services The proposal was circulated to the City’s Infrastructure Development, Public Works, Building, and Fire and Emergency Management service areas for review and comment. Concerns were raised regarding the grade of the proposed private street, which exceeds the maximum slope permitted for emergency vehicle access. These concerns can be mitigated through the incorporation of sprinkler systems within the proposed buildings, providing an added level of fire protection in the event that emergency access is impeded during adverse weather conditions. The requirement for sprinkler systems will be established as a Section 59 condition. Conclusion This application to redesignate the subject property from Major Community Facility to Stable Residential and the rezoning to Low-Rise Residential (RL), aligns with the City’s Municipal Plan objectives. It supports a context-sensitive increase in housing diversity and density within the Primary Development Area, while respecting the existing transition between rural and serviced residential neighbourhoods. The development’s scale, form, and land use are compatible with surrounding neighbourhood character and zoning patterns. Amendments to the existing Section 59 conditions and developer agreements are necessary to reflect the revised residential typology and associated infrastructure requirements. The updated regulatory framework will ensure that site access, servicing, environmental protections, and design standards remain appropriate for the proposed development. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives are proposed. ENGAGEMENT Notice of the Public Hearing for the rezoning will be posted on the City of Saint John website on June 12, 2025. In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the application was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property on June 4, 2025. Page 7 of 8 Don-More Surveys & Engineering Ltd. 500 Pelton Road June 13, 2025 APPROVALSAND CONTACT ManagerDirector Commissioner Jennifer Kirchner MCIP, RPP Pankaj, Nalavde MCIP, RPP Amy Poffenroth Contact: Thomas Lewallen MCIP, RPP Telephone: (506) 977-00274 Email: thomas.lewallen@saintjohn.ca Application: 25-0020 APPENDIX Map 1: City Context Map 2: Aerial Photography Map 3: Current Future Land Use Map 4: Proposed Future Land Use Map 5: Current Zoning Map 6: Proposed Zoning Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Municipal Plan and Provincial Statements of Public Interest Review Attachment 3: Existing Section 59 Conditions and Section 131 Conditions Submission 1: Applicant Proposal Submission 2: Subdivision Plan Submission 3: Development Phasing Plan Page 8 of 8 Site Photo – 500 Pelton Road (Ethos Ridge) ensity and detached dwellings - neighbourhood context, as the residential development. the subject property. rise residential development. - integrating increased d density - the existing that are also located within the PDA are with s would establish new residential development which is characterized by low Assessment to existing neighbourhoods as identified in the Municipal be desired by some residents of the City. subject property is located on the edge of the PDA and is utilizing a use is appropriate for the land use designation. proposal conform 500 Pelton Road (Ethos Ridge) he The surrounding properties already designated Stable Residential Thevacant lot to provide infill lowThe redesignation wouldThe proposed residential development is in line with the existing neighbourhood in the area.The N/A T – e proposed development of 6 townhomes and 8 semi a.b.d.e.f.g. 500 Pelton Road This proposal aligns with the goal of intensification inPlan. surrounding area Thare an example of incremental density while still maintaining the existing neighbourhood character. ; Municipal Plan Policy Review Attachment 2: predominant community character and make a form perspective but that new and redeveloped land - 486 87 --- Is consistent with the general intent of the Municipal Plan and further advances the City Structure;Is necessary by virtue of a lack of supply of quality land already 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. h. a.b.c.d.e.f.g. Municipal Plan PolicyPolicy LU Not consider changing the designation of lands on the Future Land Use map (Schedule B) through a Municipal Plan amendment, unless the proposal:Policy LU Within the Stable Residential designation, housing of almost every form and density may be found and both the existing neighbourhood context and compatibility with the Municipal Plan goals will determine suitability of new proposals. Other compatible uses that may be found in the Stable Residential designation include convenience stores, home occupations, parks, and community facilities which are permitted in the designation without amendment to the Municipal Plan. Policy LU Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and builtuses are to reinforce the positive contribution to the neighbourhood. Plan . rise and The and . low- . standards . will not have a façade. . While the grading of oning z s on the façades building , which aligns with the established in the broader area ple material municipal water and wastewater an interesting by multi is sensitive to the established neighbourhood conforms to all relevant residential land use policies as established in the ensure utilize require the expansion of municipal water and and serviced an expansion of servicing to the subject property. established residential uses in the area rise residential development is compatible with the after developmentlow- located within the PDA. will beis located on an existing lot in a residential neighbourhood. found in the surrounding residential neighbourhood -oriented residential dwellings Municipal Plan property proposed residential development will be comprised ofdevelopment will The groundbuilt formAmendment and Rezoning will facilitate the additional of serviced residential development that is compatible with the adjacent development The proposed and aligns with the Theinfrastructure The development will located along a private streetthe street is higher than generally permitted due to topology, the inclusion of sprinkle systems would allow Fire and Emergency Service to support the development. The architectural design to This proposal aligns with City’s The proposal The development will wastewater servicing at the cost of the developer and negative impact on service provisionThe proposed adjacent residential land uses and built form found in the surrounding area. a.b.c.d.e.a.b.c. 8; - 7 and I - 88 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; - 2 - The proposed land use is desirable and contributes positively to the neighbourhood; The proposal is compatible with surrounding land uses; The development is in a location where all necessary water and wastewater services, parks and recreation services, schools, public transit and other community facilities and protective services can readily and adequately be provided; Site design features that address such matters as safe access, buffering and landscaping, site grading and stormwater management are incorporated; A high quality exterior building design is provided that is consistent with the Urban Design Principles in the Municipal Plan. i.ii. 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: a.b.c.d.e. a.b. Ensure that significant new development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Residential shall generally be permitted only through a rezoning process where compliance is demonstrated with the following requirements: Policy LU 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: grade by the inclusion term. Especially given - density residential density residential addressed -- . will be , . , while originally a concern from will connect to municipal water and wastewater within the PDA is in the best interest of the Emergency Services density context - low as part of the building design for the private road at the cost of the developer. site is noted for varying grades and topography. The proposed sprinklers The steepness Infrastructure and of Assessment Providing residential infill Province, local government, and residents in the longthe developer will be paying to extend the municipal servicing for the project. The proposed development would create new lowdevelopment in a The proposed development would create new lowdevelopment.This policy is not applicable.The proposed development servicing d. term. - proposed building; 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. Type of use;Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or transit access to and from the site;Parking;Open storage;Signs; andAny other relevant matter of urban planning. i. iii.iv.v.ii.v. iv.vi. iii. Appropriate controls are placed on any proposed development where necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of: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; vii. c.d. 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. 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 , though it is density residential - the City’s PDA within in an area with low a ferry to the Kingston Peninsula, and proposed development is located The development will be located off of Sandy Point Road, which provides connections to greater Millidgeville, Foster Thurston Drive. This policy is not applicable. This policy is not applicable. The proposed development is located located at the edge of the PDA. This policy is not applicable. This policy is not applicable.This policy is not applicable. The on either side of the subject property. This policy is not applicable. This policy is not applicable.This policy is not applicable.This policy is not applicable.This policy is not applicable. This policy is not applicable. backs, including reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, - Resources 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 Promote development in downtowns and urban cores through increased density, infill, and brownfield development.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 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 increase 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 This policy is not applicable.Thethe Kennebecasis River. This policy is not applicable. NR.4 Consider setbacks, and reciprocal setbacks if appropriate, between Existing Section 59 Conditions a. b. c. d. - e. mit The Current Section 59 Agreement obligates the Developer to: 1. a. i. ii. iii. appurtenances. b. i.-- MH- ii. c. 2. a. b. ensure that the a.- b. c. The Current Section 131 Agreement obligates the Developer to: 1. a. b. 2. BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 106-41 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 106-41 A LAW TO AMEND THE LOI MODIFIANT L'ARRÊTÉ RELATIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL 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 th John enacted on the 30day of January, A.D. of Saint John décrété le 30 janvier 2012 est 2012 is amended by: modifié par : 1.Redesignating on Schedule B of the 1.À l’annexe B du plan d’aménagement Municipal Development Plan, land havingmunicipal, modifier la désignation d’un terrain an approximate area of 8.46 hectares,d’une superficie approximative de 8.46 located at 500 Pelton Road, also identifiedhectares, situé au 500, chemin Pelton, as PID 55238471, from Major Community également identifié comme NID 55238471 qui Facility to Stable Residential.passera de établissements communautaires majeurs à secteur -all as shown on the plan attached hereto résidentiel stable. and forming part of this by-law. -toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of apposer son sceau communal sur le présent Saint John has caused the Corporate arrêté le 28 juillet 2025 avec les signatures Common Seal of the said City to be affixed to suivantes: this by-law on the 28th day of July 2025 A.D. and signed by: _______________________________________ 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. 111-204 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-204 ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT L’ARRÊTÉ DE A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT LAWOF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN 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 La modification de l’annexe «A», Plan de zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle area of approximately 8.46 hectares, located at de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 8.46 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID hectares, situé au 500, chemin Pelton, 55238471, from Major Community Facility également identifié comme NID 55238471, (CFM) to Low-Rise Residential (RL). de la dinstallations communautaires (CF) à zone résidentielle – immeubles d’habitation bas (RL). 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 28 juillet 2025, avec les said City to be affixed to this by-law the 28th day signatures suivantes: of July 28, A.D. 2025 and signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse ______________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier de la Ville First Reading – Première lecture – Second Reading – Deuxième lecture – Third Reading – Troisième lecture – BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 106-41 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 106-41 A LAW TO AMEND THE LOI MODIFIANT L'ARRÊTÉ RELATIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL 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 th John enacted on the 30 day of January, A.D. of Saint John décrété le 30 janvier 2012 est 2012 is amended by: modifié par : 1. Redesignating on Schedule B of the 1. Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 8.46 hectares, 8.46 located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified hectares, situé au 500, chemin Pelton, as PID 55238471, from Major Community également identifié comme NID 55238471 qui Facility to Stable Residential. passera de établissements communautaires majeurs à secteur - all as shown on the plan attached hereto résidentiel stable. and forming part of this by-law. - toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of apposer son sceau communal sur le présent Saint John has caused the Corporate arrêté le 28 juillet 2025 avec les signatures Common Seal of the said City to be affixed to suivantes: this by-law on the 28th day of July 2025 A.D. and signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse ___________________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier de la municipalité First Reading July 7, 2025 Première lecture 7 juillet 2025 Second Reading July 7, 2025 Deuxième lecture 7 juillet 2025 Troisième lecture 28 juillet 2025 Third Reading July 28, 2025 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-204ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-204 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN 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 La mo zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle area of approximately 8.46 hectares, located at de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 8.46 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID hectares, situé au 500, chemin Pelton, 55238471, from Major Community Facility également identifié comme NID 55238471, (CFM) to Low-Rise Residential (RL). de la zone communautaires de quartier (CFN) à zone résidentielle ). toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. all as shown on the plan attached hereto and forming part of this by-law. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait apposer son sceau communal sur le IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John présent arrêté le 28 juillet 2025, avec les has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the signatures suivantes: said City to be affixed to this by-law the 28th day of July 28, A.D. 2025 and signed by: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse ______________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier de la Ville First Reading July 7, 2025 Première lecture 7 juillet 2025 Second Reading July 7, 2025 Deuxième lecture 7 juillet 2025 Third Reading July 28, 2025 Troisième lecture 28 juillet 2025 PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE June 19, 2025 HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade Reardonand Members of Common Council Your Worship and Councillors: SUBJECT:Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning 500 PeltonRoad On June 16, 2025,Common Council referred the above matter to the Planning Advisory Committeefor a report and recommendation. The Committee considered the attached report at itsJune 17,2025,meeting.ThomasLewallen, Planner with Growth and Community Services, provided an overview ofthe application via a PowerPoint presentation. The representative of the applicant,Isaiah Reidfrom Don More Surveys, presentedon the proposed developmentproviding clarification on the proposed development consistingof townhouse and semi-detached units, with vehicular access from Sandy Point Road. Committee member Anne McShane noted that the proposed development aligns with what local residents originally requested.McShane asked about the number of bedrooms per unit and the applicant’s representativeconfirmed there would be three-bedroom townhouses and two-bedroom semi-detached dwellings. When asked about development of the remainder of the property, the applicant’s representativestated that there are no current plans or concepts, although future development is likelyand the private road may eventually be extended uphill to support additional development. On the question of whether the road would become public, it was confirmed that the owner intends to retain the land and manage all servicing privately. Committee member Phil Comeau inquired whether future extensions of the private road would require further approvals.Manager of Community Planning, Jennifer Kirchner,confirmed that any future extension for subdivision purposes would necessitate returning to the Committee for approval. Jody Kliffer from Envision Saint John expressed support for the proposal, citing the value of gentle density and the current shortage of townhouse and semi- detached units in the market. Kliffer also noted having spoken to the proponent regarding sprinkler requirementsand found that the Section 59 condition around the inclusion of sprinklers being too vague. Page 1of 3 Don More Surveys500 Pelton Road (Ethos Ridge)June 19, 2025 McShane followed the technical point regarding language in Section 59 of the sprinkler regulations, recommending a revision from “structures” to “dwelling units.” The Committee acknowledged the potential of the proposal to meet infill objectives while maintaining consistency with neighbourhood expectations. The Committee voted unanimously in favour of Staff’s recommendation with an amendment to the proposed Section 59 conditions. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By- Law Number C.P. 106-41, A By-Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By-Law of The City of Saint John”. 2. That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By- Law Number C.P. 111-204, A By-Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John”. 3. That Common Council rescind the Section 59 conditions imposed on the April 6, 2021, rezoning of the property located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 4. That Common Council impose the following conditions on land having an area of 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID No. 55238471 pursuant to section 59(1)(a)(ii) of the New Brunswick Community Planning Act: a. The developer’s obligation, at its own cost, to upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; b. Following the extension of municipal services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface; c. All structures within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a sprinkler system which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. 5. That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(6) of the Community Planning Act, cancel the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. Page 2 of 3 Don More Surveys500 Pelton Road (Ethos Ridge)June 19, 2025 6.That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 131(1) of the Community Planning Act, discharge the existing agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.57 hectares, located adjacent to 2100 Sandy Point Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471. 7. That the City, upon third reading at Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59(1)(b) of the Community Planning Act, enter into an agreement with the developer of the parcel of land having an area of approximately 8.46 hectares, located at 500 Pelton Road, also identified as PID Number 55238471 respecting the following: a. The developer’s obligation, at its own cost, to upgrade the existing municipal infrastructure required to service the proposal, which comprise the extension of water and sewer, and the restoration of the street; and b. Following the extension of services on Sandy Point Road, the developer is to restore the east side of the street from the subject property to the Westmount Drive intersection to include an asphalted and delineated pedestrian walking surface. c. All structures within the proposed development shall incorporate the use of a sprinkler system which shall be reflected in all future Permit applications. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: 1. That Common Council approve Staff’s Recommendation as above with an amendment to language of the proposed Section 59 Conditions relating to the specificity of where the sprinkler system is required. Respectfully submitted, Brad Mitchell Chair Attachments Page 3 of 3 Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution 1384 Latimore Lake Road Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning Public Hearing: July 7, 2025 Option 1 Denial of Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan Yes 1. That Common Council deny the redesignation on Amendment Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as part of PID 55203095, from Rural Resource Area to Stable Area. 2. That Common Council deny the redesignation on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a part of PID 55203095, from Rural Resource to Rural Residential. Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council deny amending Schedule "A", the Amendment Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an area of approximately 39.9 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a part of PID 55203095, from Rural (RU) to Mini-Home Park Residential (RP). Other No Option 2 Approval of Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan Yes That Common Council give 1st and 2nd Reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 106-40 a Law To Amend The Municipal Plan By- law of The City of Saint John. Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1st and 2nd Reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 111-203 a Law To Amend The Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. Other No rd Tentative 3 Reading: July 28, 2025 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan Yes That Common Council give 3rd reading to By-Law Number Amendment C.P. 106-40 a Law to Amend The Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. rd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number Amendment C.P. 111-203 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 June 19, 2025 HerWorship Mayor Donna Noade Reardonand Members of Common Council Your Worship and Councillors: SUBJECT:Municipal Plan Amendment and Rezoning 1384 Latimore Lake Road On June 16, 2025,Common Council referred the above matter to the Planning Advisory Committeefor a report and recommendation. The Committee considered the attached report at itsJune 17,2025,meeting.ThomasLewallen, Planner with Growth and Community Services, provided an overview ofthe application via a PowerPoint presentation. The applicant, Tom Cole, described the proposal asa low-cost neighbourhood with shared on-site servicing, similar to a condominium model but within a gated community format.The applicantwas accompanied by Brendan McClure.They noted the back portion of the site poses no concerns regarding watershed or drainage. During Committee discussionCommittee member Anne McShane inquired whether the proposal was intended as a long-term or short-term initiative. The applicantsconfirmed it would be a long-term development. McShane also asked if alternative serviced areas within the City had been considered. The applicants indicated that the proposed site was optimal in terms of size and location.While expressing support for the concept, McShane raised concerns over its distance from the Primary Development Area (PDA) and the risk of setting a precedent for large-scale developments in unserviced areas.Committee members reiterated growth. The applicantsexpressed that the location was chosen for its proximity to nature while remaining within municipal boundaries.CouncillorGarySullivan asked whether the project was targeted to seniors. The applicantsreplied that it was not limited to seniors butcould accommodate them.Brad Mitchell asked about the intended tenure. The applicantsresponded that the development would ideally offer both rental and ownership options, depending on market needs driven by high housing costs. Committee perspectives variedwith Councillor Sullivan stated support for the project concept but expressed concerns about the proposed location.Committee Chair Brad Mitchell indicated support and a willingness to vote in favour. Page 1of 2 Tom Cole1384 Latimore Lake RoadJune 19, 2025 Committee member Peter Pappas inquired about potential watershed contamination. Municipal Engineer Jeremy Clack responded that the project posed no greater risk than any other comparable development. Four Committee members voted against staff recommendation in favour of the proposal and two voted in favour of staff recommendation. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1. That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a part of PID 55203095, from Rural Resource Area to Stable Area. 2. That Common Council deny the redesignation of Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, a portion of land with an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a portion of PID 55203095, from Rural Resource to Rural Residential. 3. That Common Council deny the rezoning of a portion of land with an approximate area of 39.9 ha, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a portion of PID 55203095, from Rural (RU) to Mini-Home Park Residential (RP). COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: 1. That Common Council approve the redesignation of Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a part of PID 55203095, from Rural Resource Area to Stable Area. 2. That Common Council approve the redesignation of Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, a portion of land with an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a portion of PID 55203095, from Rural Resource to Rural Residential. 3. That Common Council approve the rezoning of a portion of land with an approximate area of 39.9 ha, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a portion of PID 55203095, from Rural (RU) to Mini-Home Park Residential (RP). Respectfully submitted, Brad Mitchell Chair Attachments Page 2 of 2 Date: To: From: Meeting: Applicant: Landowner: Location: PID: Existing PlanDesignation: ProposedPlan Designation: Existing Zoning: Proposed Zoning: Application Type: Jurisdiction:Community Planning Act July 7, 2025. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION Rural Resource Area Stable Area DECISION HISTORY ANALYSIS Proposal Site and Neighbourhood Zoning Municipal Plan Infrastructure and Protective Services Conclusion ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS ENGAGEMENT June 12, 2025 June 4, 2025. APPROVALSAND CONTACT Jennifer Kirchner Pankaj, Nalavde Amy Poffenroth Contact: Telephone: Email: Application: APPENDIX Aerial Photography Future Land Use CurrentZoning Proposed Zoning Site Photography Municipal Plan and Provincial Statements of Public Interest Review Site Plan Site Photo – 1384 Latimore Lake Road Assessment Policy 4105 -- Municipal Plan Policy LUPolicy LU 8 11 110 -- - 2 - Policy LUPolicy NEPolicy NEPolicy I 5 - Policy MS Assessment Provincial Statement of Public InterestSettlement Patterns AgricultureClimate Change Flood And Natural Hazard AreasNatural Resources BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 106-40 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 106-40 A LAW TO AMEND THE LOI MODIFIANT L'ARRÊTÉ RELATIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL 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 th John enacted on the 30 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 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also hectares, situé au 1384, chemin Latimore identified as part of PID 55203095, from Lake, également identifié comme une partie Rural Resource Area to Stable Area. de NID 55203095 qui passera de secteur de ressources rurales à secteur stable. 2. Redesignating on Schedule B of the Municipal Development Plan, land having 2. an approximate area of 36 hectares, located at 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also 36 identified as a part of PID 55203095, from hectares, situé au 1384, chemin Latimore Rural Resource to Rural Residential. Lake, également identifié comme une partie de NID 55203095 qui passera de - all as shown on the plan attached hereto ressources rurales à résidentiel 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 on the Xth day of X 2025 A.D. and apposer son sceau communal sur le présent signed by: arrêté le X 2025 avec les signatures suivantes: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse ___________________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier de la municipalité First Reading Première lecture Second Reading Deuxième lecture Troisième lecture Third Reading BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-203ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-203 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN 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 zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant City of Saint John, by rezoning land having an de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle area of approximately 39.9 hectares, located at de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 39.9 1384 Latimore Lake Road, also identified as a hectares, situé au 1384, chemin Latimore part of PID 55203095, from Rural (RU) to Mini- Lake, également identifié comme une partie Home Park Residential (RP). de NID 55203095, de la zone rurale (RU) à zone résidentielle parcs de mini- maisons (RP). all as shown on the plan attached hereto and forming part of this by-law. toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a said City to be affixed to this by-law the 28th day fait apposer son sceau communal sur le of July 28, A.D. 2025 and signed by: présent arrêté le 28 juillet 2025, avec les signatures suivantes: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse ______________________________________ City Clerk/Greffier de la Ville First Reading July 7, 2025 Première lecture 7 juillet 2025 Second Reading July 7, 2025 Deuxième lecture 7 juillet 2025 Third Reading July 28, 2025 Troisième lecture 28 juillet 2025 X Municipal Plan Amendment is also required as per the Pre-App Notes - added Jennifer Kirchner, December 3, 2024 Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution Property: 859 Sand Cove Road Public Hearing: July 7, 2025 Item Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment stnd Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 1 and 2 reading to an Amendment Amendment to the Zoning By-law which rezones a parcel of land having an area of approximately 19,208 square metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also identified as PID 00394809, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Mid-Rise Residential (RM).). Other No rd 3 Reading : Tentative date July 28, 2025 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan No Amendment Zoning By-Law Yes That Common Council give 3rd reading to an Amendment to Amendment the Zoning By-law which rezones a parcel of land having an area of approximately 19,208 square metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also identified as PID 00394809, from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Mid-Rise Residential (RM). Recission of No Previous s. 39/s. 59 Conditions Section 59 Yes That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section Conditions 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 19,208 square metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also identified as PID 00394809: a. That the height of the development be limited to 4 storeys. Section 59 No Agreement Section 131 No Agreement Other Yes It is recommended that Common Council amend the list of Official Street Names and approve the following changes: a. Other No As a separate recommendation to the Staff Recommendation, the Planning Advisory Committee also recommends that Common Council direct City Staff to investigate infrastructure at the intersection of Bluery Street, Sand Cove Road, and direct the Parking department to investigate the concerns of residents on Duck Cove Lane. COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2025-169 Report DateJune 19, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaGrowth and Community Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: 859 Sand Cove -Supplementary Council Report.docx AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Yeva MattsonAmy Poffenroth/Pankaj J. Brent McGovern Nalavde RECOMMENDATION Staff Recommendation: 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by--law No. C.P. 111-206, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. 2.It is recommended that Common Council amend the list of Official Street Names and approve the following changes: a. PAC Recommendation: 3.That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 19,208 square metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also identified as PID 00394809: a.That the height of the development be limited to 4 storeys. 4.That Common Council direct staff to investigate infrastructure at the intersection of Bluery Street, Sand Cove Road, and direct the Parking department to investigate the concerns of residents on Duck Cove Lane. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On June 17, 2025, staff presented the rezoning application to the Planning Advisory Committee. After the completion of the public hearing, PAC made an amended recommendation witha Section 59condition. An additional recommendation which pertains to the private street name is also included as part of the updated recommendation. PAC RECOMMENDATION PAC made an amended recommendation at its previous June 17,2025committee meeting in regards to the rezoning application for 859 Sand Cove Road. The Committee recommendations: 1.That a Section 59 condition be applied to limit building height to a maximum of four storeys; and 2.That Council direct Staff to investigate traffic and safety concerns at the intersection of Bleury Street and Sand Cove Road, as well as parking conditions on Duck Cove Lane. REPORT Zoning Reform and HAF Initiatives On January 13, 2025, Common Council adopted By-Law Number C.P. 111-183, an amendment to the City of Saint John Zoning By-Law as part of the implementation of the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan. A key objective of this amendment was to revise the Mid-Rise Zone regulations to permit buildings up to six storeys in height, an increase from the previous maximum of four storeys. Since the adoption of this zoning change, two mid-rise rezoning applications have been submitted to the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) and Council. One application was denied due to its proposed six-storey height, while the second is currently under review with conditions proposed that would restrict the building height to four storeys. While these conditions respond to local concerns, they may inadvertently undermine the broader policy shift that Council and Staff implemented in January to support theHousing Accelerator Fund (HAF) targets and encourage more density on sites appropriate for mid- rise zoningand medium density. This site can meet all the requirements of the Mid-Rise zone and has increased some requirementsand has gone further by incorporating enhanced measures such as increased setbacksandexpanded amenity spaceto helpimprove buffering to adjacent low-rise residential areas. Streamlining Application Processes Staff haspreviously been directed to reduce red tape in the application process. One approach to achieving this goal is through the removal of Section 59 conditions on properties across the City. While the comprehensive removal of existing conditions has not yet begun, the first step involves minimizing the creation of new conditions moving forward. The adoption of recent zoning reform amendments is intended toestablish built-in standards and requirements within the Zoning By-law, helping to ensure that development is limited to appropriate uses and scales for each site. In alignment with community concerns, the Developer has indicated that the proposed development will not exceed four storeys. Street Naming Recommendation Typically, street names are adopted by Council following a brief report from the GIS division. In this case, however, a name has been proposed prior to the finalization of the development application. This is only under the jurisdiction of Council and does not require PAC review. As such, Staff are recommending an amendment to the Official Street Names list to include Tranquility Placeas the designated name for the private street internallyserving this development. The proposed name is required for addressing purposes and complies with all current naming guidelines. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Achieve 3% annual property tax base growth and on-going work to increase the target; The approach also aligns with the Municipal Plan through initiatives that target existing Neighborhoods for opportunities to add density and expanding housing options. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES The holding of the public hearing and receiving advice and a recommendation from the Planning Advisory Committee satisfies the legislative and service requirements as mandated by the Community Planning Act. The name of the private street meets all NB911 guidelines. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Name of Staff Comments Area/StakeholderPerson TrafficExpected vehicle volumes on Seawood with the development is fine. Reviewed TIS and found no issues. After inquiring because of concerns raised in neighbours letter, Traffic agreed that pushing more traffic to a driveway onto the busier Sand Cove Road, and close to an intersection, relative to a driveway on Seawood, they agree with the developer and their Traffic Engineer that attempting to divert development traffic to Sand Cove Road does not make sense. InfrastructureJoel LandersStandard comments regarding responsibilities of the Developer. No concerns raised and they can support the project. WAWAMariah The WAWA Branch has reviewed the provided Belyeainformation and has no apparent concerns Fire and SafetyDan LeBlancThe Fire Department supports the proposal to re- zone and development of the site. Comments regarding Building Code and Fire Safety requirements that will need to be met were conveyed to the Developer. GISYves LegerNo Concerns raised. Recommendation for Street name is in this report. Public Works and Barb Public Works and Parks is supportive. Money-in- ParksCrawfordlieu of LPP is supported for subdivision. TransitCharles In support. This location is on a transit line, route Freake15 A/B and has a 30 min frequency. No need to relocate, transit stop at this location onSand Cove Road. PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE June18, 2025 Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council Your Worship and Councillors: SUBJECT:Proposed Rezoning 859 Sand Cove Road On June2, 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 June17, 2025meeting. Yeva Mattson, Planner with Growth and Community Services, appeared before the Committee and provided an overview of the proposed Rezoning. When asked by the committee, Yeva clarified that traffic was considered through a traffic impact statement submitted by the applicantsengineerand that the Engineerhad also reviewed the site and study. Joel Landers, the City Infrastructure Engineer, commented that this layout would have no impact to the flowbut that moving the access to Sand Cove could have a detrimentalaffect and that what is proposed is the most ideal arrangement. Rick Turner, the applicant, spoke in support of the staff recommendation. He explained that his traffic engineer recommended directing traffic onto Seawood Lane toward the controlled intersection, rather than allowing direct access onto Sand Cove Road, and emphasized that this is the only viable option his engineer can support.He also addressed concerns raised by neighbors in submitted letters, noting that he plans to build sidewalks from the site access to the intersection and slightly widen Seawood Lane. Additionally, he expressed openness to installing signage restricting left turns onto Seawood Lane by residents. Regarding project timing, he noted that the development will be completed in phases over approximately five to six years. He also clarified that extensive Page 1of 3 Rick Turner 859 Sand Cove RoadJune18, 2025 community engagement has been ongoing for several years, including open houses and door-to-door outreach, which has informed the current design. This final plan includes lower density than what is permitted and provides more amenity space than required to better align with the community. Mr. Turner also highlighted that the development will be a high-end project featuring quality design elements, sprinklers, and elevators in all buildings. He mentioned an agreement with the neighboring Duck Cove Association for shared recreational space as part of the overall plan. Ann Gushurst, a resident of Seawood Lane, spoke in opposition to the proposed development. She had concerns regarding traffic on Seawood lane including how narrow the road is, blind spots, lack of sidewalks, and no pedestrian component in the traffic study. She also raised concerns about visibility the intersection with Bluery Road and recommended the city install a traffic circle. She also noted this will be the highest-density development in the area. Mathew Daluz, the former Duck Cove Association President, spoke in favor of the development. He clarified he is no longer president but spoke to previous discussions with Rick Turner. He said Mr. Turner has engage din direct discussion with association on sharing rec space and giving funding for upgrades to the beach access as well as paying the annual fees for his future residence to join the association. He did raise concerns about surrounding parking as there is no on-street parking on the surrounding streets. He asked that PAC and Council consider section 59 conditions to limit the building to 4 storeys, require more than 1 stall per unit of parking, and that they direct staff to examine a traffic circle or intersection improvements. Peter Smith, a resident of Seawood Lane, appeared in opposition. He shared traffic concerns as well as concerns about storm water and snow-removal, garbage removal, and postal service infrastructure. Jill Michaels, a resident of Seawood Lane, appeared in opposition. She raised concerns about adequate parking for the Day Care. Jody Kliffer, from Envision, appeared in favor of the proposal, noting the project provides a beneficial use for a long-vacant lot. He also stated that larger developments are needed in this area. He acknowledged traffic concerns but emphasized the need for housing and expert traffic solution and warned that adding conditions can Daniel Houghton, an engineer working on this project, expressed support. He said that Mr. Turner has purposefully built this project at a lower density than could be achieved on this site with increased amenity space to better fit the neighbourhood. He cautioned that adding extra parking spaces as a condition Page 2 of 3 Rick Turner 859 Sand Cove RoadJune18, 2025 Rick clarified when asked by the committee that sidewalks would built on the eastern side of Seawood lane from the intersection to the access of the proposed development. When asked by the committee, staff clarified that there is a transit stop directly in front of this site and that there is also a school bus pick up spot in close proximity No other members of the public appeared before the committee to speak in favour or opposition. 4 letters were received, two in favor, one in position, and one neutral. PAC RECOMMENDATION: 1. That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled -law No. C.P. 111-206, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. 2. That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 19,208 square metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also identified as PID 00394809: a. That the height of the development be limited to 4 storeys. 3. That Common Council direct staff to investigate infrastructure at the intersection of Bluery Street, Sand Cove Road, and direct the Parking department to investigate the concerns of residents on Duck Cove Lane. Respectfully submitted, Brad Mitchell Chair Attachments Page 3 of 3 Date:June 13,2025 To:Planning Advisory Committee From:Growth & Community Services Meeting:June17, 2025 SUBJECT Applicant:Rick Turner Landowner:704987 NB Ltd. Location:859 Sand Cove Road PIDs:00394809 Plan Designation:StableResidential Application Type:Rezoning Jurisdiction:The Community Planning Act authorizes thePlanning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed amendments to the Zoning By. Common Council will consider the Committee’s recommendation at a public hearing on Monday,July 7, 2025. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This is an application to rezone 859 Sand Cove Road from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Mid-Rise Residential(RM)to allow for the development of threemulti-unit residential buildings. This application also includes the retention of the current Day Care Centre.The site will be developed to create a cohesivemulti-building developmentwhich will includeall required parking, landscaping, and amenity space. Staff are recommending approval of the proposed rezoningto allow for the development of three multi-unit residential buildings. RECOMMENDATION 1.That Common Council adopt the attached by-law amendment entitled “By-law No. C.P. Page 1of 5 Rick Turner859 Sand Cove RoadJune13, 2025 111-206, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-Law of The City of Saint John. DECISION HISTORY The site was formerly the Seawood School which closed in 2017. In 2019, the school was converted into the Seawood Early Learning Centre (Day Care Centre) which is a permitted use in the Neighbourhood Community Facility zone. ANALYSIS Proposal The applicant is proposing to rezone 859 Sand Cove Road from Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) to Mid-Rise Residential (RM) to permit the development of three multi-unit buildings. The proposed rezoning would enable the development of the residential buildings, while retaining the existing Day Care Centre. This development will include all required parking, access, amenity space and landscaping, and will establish a new drop off/pickup lane for the Day Care Centre. Site and Neighbourhood The subject site is located on a 1.9 hectare lot one the West Side of Saint John in the Duck Cove area. It sits at the intersection of Seawood Lane, Bleury Street, and Sand Cove Road. This area is predominantly residential with the broader area containing commercial nodes. The subject site was the location of a former K-5 school which has since been converted into a Day Care Centre that contains 120 childcare spaces to serve the community. The broader area is characterized by having a mixture of residential densities. In the immediate area is a variety of low-rise to mid-rise developments ranging from adjacent single-family and semi-detached homes to townhomes in the northeast and apartments in the northwest. The subject site is accessible by a variety of transportation options. The area is served by Saint John Transit Route 15 with transit stops directly adjacent to the site. This route provides connections to the Fairville Boulevard commercial area as well as to the Uptown. Pedestrian movement is facilitated by sidewalks on both sides of Sand Cove Road. Municipal Plan and Rezoning Municipal Plan As part of the application review, staff assessed the proposal’s alignment with the Municipal Plan (Attachment 2). The site is located within the Stable Residential designation, an area identified in Plan SJ as generally built out, but with potential for additional development that aligns with the existing scale and context. Policy LU-86: Within the Stable Residential designation, housing of almost every form and density may be found and both the existing neighbourhood context and compatibility with the Municipal Plan goals will determine suitability of new proposals. Other compatible uses Page 2 of 5 Rick Turner859 Sand Cove RoadJune13, 2025 that may be found in the Stable Residential designation include convenience stores, home occupations, parks, and community facilities which are permitted in the designation without amendment to the Municipal Plan. While there is no specific density target for Stable Residential areas, the proposed rezoning to accommodate three mid-rise residential buildings is considered appropriate within the existing neighbourhood context. The proposal complements the range of existing housing types and densities and contributes to housing diversity in the area. The rezoning will also enable the retention and ongoing operation of the existing Day Care Centre, which contributes positively to the surrounding neighbourhood. Policy LU-87: Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and built-form perspective but that new and redeveloped land uses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbourhood. The proposal is consistent with this vision, as it reflects the surrounding mix of building types and densities, including nearby Mid-Rise Residential zoning, and provides additional housing options on an underutilized site. Located within the Primary Development Area and in proximity to existing services and commercial development, the proposal represents a context-sensitive form of infill development on a former school site. Zoning The property is currently zoned Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) which aligned with the site’s former use as a K-5 Elementary School. Since the school was decommissioned in 2017, the site was utilized as a Day Care Centre. The proposed rezoning would facilitate the redevelopment of the site, which retaining the existing Day Care Centre use. The Mid-Rise Residential (RM) zone accommodates a range of medium-density residential uses ranging from single-detached dwellings to multi-unit buildings. The RM zone is compatible with the surrounding development pattern, which includes multi-unit building typologies. The proposed development aligns with the regulations established for the RM zone within the City’s Zoning By-Law which includes the provision of onsite parking, amenity space, and landscaping. The RM zone also permits the continued operation of the existing Day Care Centre, with the proposed site redevelopment incorporating a new dedicated pick-up/drop-off area and parking lot for use by the Day Care Centre. The applicant is also proposing to construct sidewalks along Seawood Lane to connect with the intersection and the broader pedestrian network. Additionally, on-site trails will be included as part of the amenity space requirements, linking to the larger trail system and providing access to the beach. Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Page 3 of 5 Rick Turner859 Sand Cove RoadJune13, 2025 As part of the Housing Accelerator Fund investment, the City of Saint John has set a target to create 1,158 net new residential units over the next three years. This includes goals for 839 multi-unit homes, 164 missing middle units, and 101 affordable units—representing 9% of the total target. The addition of 120 new apartments will directly support this effort, particularly by advancing the multi-unit housing goal, which is central to the city’s strategy. These new apartments will help increase housing density, expand rental options, and ease pressure on the local market— moving Saint John closer to achieving a balanced and diverse housing supply. Infrastructure and Protective Services The City’s Infrastructure Development, Building and Fire, and Emergency Management Service Areas also reviewed the proposal. No concerns were raised by the City’s Service Areas. Conclusion The proposed rezoning to allow for the development of three multi-unit residential buildings and the retention of the existing Day Care Centre aligns with the policies established in the City’s Municipal Plan and conforms to the City’s Zoning By-Law. Staff are recommending approval of the rezoning with no Section 59 conditions. ALTERNATIVES AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS No alternatives were considered. ENGAGEMENT In accordance with the Committee’s Rules of Procedure, notification of the proposal was sent to landowners within 100 metres of the subject property on June 3, 2025. The public hearing notice was posted on the City of Saint John website on June 13, 2025. As part of the application process, the applicant undertook a proactive community engagement effort to inform and gather feedback from nearby residents and stakeholders. This included door-to-door outreach to all residents on Duck Cove Lane, Seacliff Drive, Rocky Bluff Terrace, and Seawood Lane, as well as a significant number of households on Sand Cove Road and Danells Drive. In addition, the applicant engaged directly with the Duck Cove Recreation and Heritage Association, a key community stakeholder in the area. To further support transparent communication and public input, the applicant hosted a community open house on May 31, 2025, providing an opportunity for residents to learn more about the proposal, ask questions, and share their views. APPROVALS AND CONTACT Manager DirectorCommissioner Jennifer Kirchner RPP, MCIPPankaj Nalavde RPP, MCIP Amy Poffenroth P.Eng., MBA Page 4 of 5 Rick Turner859 Sand Cove RoadJune 13, 2025 Contact: Yeva Mattson RPP, MCIP Telephone: (506) 721-8453 Email: yeva.mattson@saintjohn.ca Application: 25-0057 APPENDIX Map 1: Aerial Photography Map 2: Future Land Use Map 3: Zoning Attachment 1: Site Photography Attachment 2: Municipal Plan Policy Review Submission 1: Site Plan Submission 2: Developer’s Engagement notice Page 5 of 5 ATTACHMENT 1: SITE PHOTOGRAPHY Subject Sites – Existing Day Care and Day Care access/parking Intersection of Sand Cove Road, Seawood Lane, and Bleury Street – Subject site is to the left of the image. Subject Sites viewed from Seawood lane – new sidewalks would connect this corner to the development entrance further down Seawood Access to the subject site from Seawood lane Seawood Lane viewed from the access to the site – subject site to the left. New sidewalks would be installed on the left side of this lane Southwest portion of the subject site taken from access – location of Building 2 Subject site from rear of property – Building 2 and 3 will be to the left, existing daycare is in the right side corner, and Building 1 will be to the right of this image Subject Site from rear of property – location of Building 1, storm pond, and pathways , in . A . unit - The site also . unit dwellings in a - multi . The rezoning will other storey apartment buildings and townhouses 4 - The development will retain 3 , into an existing neighbourhood . sidewalks on Sand Cove Road three centre, and commercial services isting day care centre , transit schools established across the City. to an existing neighbourhood. rise apartment development. - , while retaining the ex The proposed rezoning aligns with the variety of established residential uses in the wider area which range from townhouse to highThe applicant has proposed a sidewalk along Seawood Lane as well as internal pathways to connect to storm water management plan would be required. buildings The proposed land use would increase density and add housing diversity the existing day care centre which serves the broader community. The property is serviced by existing infrastructure and would beproximity to contains an existing day care centre. The development will be of similar design to e. a.b.c.d. 859 Sand Cove Road The proposed rezoning facilitates the integration of new housing into theexisting siteprovide increased density and intensificationThe proposed development will include and will retain the existing day care The surrounding neighbourhood features a variety of multi as identified in the Municipal Plan.range of typologies including apartment buildings Municipal Plan Policy Review context and Attachment 2: redeveloped land Municipal Plan. which are permitted in the designation without form perspective but that new and - 88 86 87 - -- The proposed land use is desirable and contributes positively to the neighbourhood; The proposal is compatible with surrounding land uses; The development is in a location where all necessary water and wastewater services, parks and recreation services, schools, public transit and other community facilities and protective services can readily and adequately be provided; Site design features that address such matters as safe access, buffering and landscaping, site grading and stormwater management are incorporated; A high quality exterior building design is provided that is consistent with the Urban Design Principles in the a.b.c.d.e. Policy LU Ensure that significant new development and redevelopment in areas designated Stable Residential shall generally be permitted only through a rezoning process where compliance is demonstrated with the following requirements: Municipal Plan PolicyPolicy LU Within the Stable Residential designation, housing of almost every form and density may be found and both the existing neighbourhood compatibility with the Municipal Plan goals will determine suitability of new proposals. Other compatible uses that may be found in the Stable Residential designation include convenience stores, home occupations, parks, and community facilitiesamendment to the Municipal Plan.Policy LU Intend that the areas designated Stable Residential will evolve over time from a land use and builtuses are to reinforce the predominant community character and make a positive contribution to the neighbourhood. infrastructure is limited and there . elevation changes was previously developed as a school site. The site significant no City’s Municipal Plan and conforms to all relevant zoning will not have a negative impact on service provision.landscaping buffers. d This proposal aligns with residential land use policies as established in thestandards. The proposal is located on an existing lot in an established residentialneighbourhood. The development will utilize existing an The zone standards will ensure appropriate height, setbacks, parking andThe proposed site features potential for an unmapped wetland a.b.c.d. reason of: any proposed development where 8; - 7 and I - proposed building; 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. Type of use;Height, bulk or appearance and lot coverage of any Traffic generation, vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle or transit access to and from the site;Parking;Open storage;Signs; andAny other relevant matter of urban planning. 2 - i. i.ii.iii.iv.v.ii.v. iii.iv.vi. consideration; 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 Appropriate controls are placed on necessary to reduce any conflict with adjacent land uses by reason of: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 vii. a.b.c.d. 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: BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-206 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-206ARRÊTÉ MODIFIANT L’ARRÊTÉ DE ZONAGE A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- LAW DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN ARRÊTÉ O N C.P. 111-206 Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Lors d'une réunion du conseil Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : L'arrêté sur le zonage de The The Zoning By-law of The City City of Saint John, décrété le quinze (15) of Saint John enacted on the fifteenth day of décembre 2014, est modifié par : December, A.D. 2014, is amended by: Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The La modification de l’annexe «A», Plan de City of Saint John, by rezoning a parcel of land zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant having an area of approximately 19,208 square de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also de terrain d’une superficie d’environ 19,208 identified as PID 00394809, from mètres carrés, situé au 859, chemin Sand Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) Cove, également identifié comme NID to Mid-Rise Residential (RM). 00394809, de Zone d’installations communautaires de quartier (CFN) à Zone résidentielle – Immeubles d’habitation de hauteur moyenne (RM). - all as shown on the plan attached hereto - toutes les modifications sont and forming part of this by-law. indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of fait apposer son sceau communal sur le Saint John has caused the Corporate Common présent arrêté le _____ _________ 2025, Seal of the said City to be affixed to this by-law avec les signatures suivantes: the _____ day of ______, 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 51/4!n 8/6!n 8 / 26/8!n 1 ! n 9 / 1 ! n 23/:!n 91/1!n Tfswjdft!Fbtfnfou ,. Mpdbm!Hpwfsonfou! 36/5!n 26/1!n 7/6!n 8/6!n n! 4/24 n!9/22 51/4!n 23/:!n 91/1!n Tfswjdft!Fbtfnfou ,. Mpdbm!Hpwfsonfou! 3 n!5/6 n! 4/24 n!9/22 704987 N. B. Ltd. Seawood Place Development Project Notice to our Neighbours. Seawood Daycare facility & Future Development of the surrounding property. To our Neighbours and members of the Duck Cove Recreation and Heritage Association in the vicinity of the former Seawood School property, MEETING AT SEAWOOD DAYCARE 859 SAND COVE ROAD We would like to extend an invitation to view development concept plans that illustrate the potential style and possible future layout of buildings, access points, parking and other site features on the area surrounding the Seawood Daycare facility. We have applied to change the zoning from Neighbourhood Community Facility to Mid-Rise Residential. It is our view that the proposed residential designation is more compatible with the neighbourhood. The development under residential zoning provides certainty as to how the property will be developed in the future. The property will be subdivided to allow for phasing of the development. If you are interested in how development plans are shaping up on the property surrounding the Seawood Daycare facility we will be available to answer questions. We will also be seeking comments on the plans prepared so far and possible development options going forward. If you are unable to attend or have any questions about the future development plans you can reach Rick Turner at (506)333-8700 (call anytime). We look forward to seeing you on Saturday May 31, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00PM. You can also mail in your comments or email them as follows: 704987 N. B. Ltd 321 Sherbrooke Street, Saint John, NB E2M 3L3 Or email to turners@nbnet.nb.ca Or give us a call for information about our development plans. Contact: Rick Turner at (506)333-8700 SITE PLAN SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR RENDERINGS View looking north (Seawood Daycare in the background) View looking south toward Duck Cove between Buildings 1 and 2 View looking east from Seawood Lane entrance. RENDERINGS SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR SITE PLAN AND MEETING DETAILS BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 111-XARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-XARRÊTÉ A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY- LAW OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Be it enacted by The City of Saint John in Lors d'une réunion du conseil Common Council convened, as follows: communal, The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : L'arrêté sur le zonage de The The Zoning By-law of The City City of Saint John, décrété le quinze (15) of Saint John enacted on the fifteenth day of décembre 2014, est modifié par : December, A.D. 2014, is amended by: Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by rezoning a parcel of land zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant having an area of approximately 19,208 square de modifier la désignation pour une parcelle metres, located at 859 Sand Cove Road, also de terrain 19,208 identified as PID 00394809, from mètres carrés, situé au 859, chemin Sand Neighbourhood Community Facility (CFN) Cove, également identifié comme NID to Mid-Rise Residential (RM). 00394809, de communautaires de quartier (CFN) à Zone résidentielle hauteur moyenne (RM). - all as shown on the plan attached hereto - toutes les modifications sont and forming part of this by-law. indiquées sur le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of fait apposer son sceau communal sur le Saint John has caused the Corporate Common présent arrêté le _____ _________ 2025, Seal of the said City to be affixed to this by-law avec les signatures suivantes: the _____ day of ______, 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 A BY-LAW TO AMEND A BY-LAW RESPECTING THE TRAFFIC ON STREETS RELATIF À LA CIRCULATION DANS LES IN THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN, BY-LAW RUES DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN, NUMBER MV-10.1, AND AMENDMENTS ARRÊTÉ NUMÉRO MV-10.1, ET THERETO MODIFICATIONS AFFÉRENTES Be it enacted by the Common Council of The City of Saint John as follows: The City of Saint John a décrété ce qui suit : A By-law of The City of Saint John entitled A By-law Respecting the Traffic on Streets in The Saint John intitulé « Arrêté relatif à la circulation City of Saint John, By-law Number MV-10.1 and dans les rues de The City of Saint John, Arrêté th amendments thereto, enacted on the 7 day of numéro MV-10.1 » et modifications afférentes, October, A.D. 2019, is hereby amended as follows: décrété le 7 octobre 2019, est modifié comme suit : 1. Adding to subsection 2(2), in alphabetical 1. Par adjonction en ordre alphabétique de ce order, the following: qui suit au paragraphe 2(2) : off-road vehicle« véhicule hors route » désigne tous les véhicules -inclus dans la définition de « véhicule hors route » Off-Road Vehicle Act, SNB 1985, C O-1.5, and Loi sur les véhicules amendments thereto (véhicule hors route); hors route, LN-B 1985, ch. O-1.5 et modifications afférentes (off-road vehicle); 2. Adding the following as section 16.1: 2. 16.1 comme suit : Utilisation de véhicule hors route Il est interdit à quiconque de conduire un véhicule Off-Road Vehicle Use No person shall drive an off-road vehicle on any hors route sur toute rue de la municipalité autre que street in the City other than those listed in celles inscrites à « S ». Schedule S. 3. « S » qui suit « Utilisation de 3. The following Schedule S -Road véhicule hors route » est ajoutée immédiatement is added immediately after annexe « R » : Schedule R: Annexe « S » Utilisation de véhicule hors route Schedule -Road Vehicle Use Rue Limites Street Limits Chemin King De la voie Ouest Ocean à William la place Galbraith, sauf le King William Road From Ocean Westway to viaduc de la route 1 Galbraith Place, save and except the Route 1 Place Galbraith Sur toute sa longueur overpass Galbraith Place Full Length Promenade Paddys À partir de 230 mètres à Hill Paddys Hill Drive from 230 metres west of Willia King William Road to westerly end of street IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the said apposer son sceau municipal sur le présent arrêté le City to be affixed to this by-law the ____ day of ______________ 2025, avec les signatures _________, A.D., 2025 signed by: suivantes : ______________________________________ Mayor / mairesse ______________________________________ City Clerk / Greffier de la municipalité First Reading - June 16, 2025 Première lecture - le 16 juin 2025 Second Reading - June 16, 2025 Deuxième lecture - le 16 juin 2025 Third Reading - Troisième lecture - Staff Recommendation for Council Resolution Spruce Lake Industrial Park Expansion rd 3 Reading: July 7, 2025 Item: Required: Recommendation (Y/N) Municipal Plan Yes 1. That Common Council give 3rd reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 106-38 a Law to Amend The Municipal Plan of the City of Saint John. rd Zoning By-Law Yes 1. That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Amendment Number C.P. 111-196 a Law to Amend The Zoning By- Law of the City of Saint John. rd 2. That Common Council give 3 reading to By-Law Number C.P. 111-197 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 Yes That Common Council, pursuant to the provisions of Section Conditions 59 of the Community Planning Act, impose the following conditions on the parcel of land having an area of approximately 586.43 hectares, located on King William Road, also identified as PID Numbers 55233456, 55243588, 55237077, and a portion of PID Number 55243596: a. That a groundwater monitoring program designed by a hydrogeologist or equivalent be developed and implemented in phases according to the development patterns of the Spruce Lake Industrial Zone and to the satisfaction of the Development Officer. The groundwater monitoring program shall: i. Including monitoring wells which shall be located within the 150-metre-wide buffer, to be zoned Park (P), along the periphery of the entire Spruce Lake Industrial Zone; ii. only require monitoring wells in areas when or where an industrial building or industrial use is developed within 600 metres of a residential drinking water well. Section 59 No Agreement Section 131 No Agreement Other Yes That the Land for Public Purpose Policy be amended to direct funds collected through subdivisions for lands zoned Spruce Lake Industrial (SLI) to community projects within the Lorneville community. BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 106-38 ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 106-38 A LAW TO AMEND THE LOI MODIFIANT L'ARRÊTÉ RELATIF MUNICIPAL PLAN BY-LAW AU PLAN MUNICIPAL 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 John enacted on the 30th day of January, A.D. 2012 City of Saint John décrété le 30 janvier 2012 is amended by: est modifié par : 1 Deleting Section 2.4 and replacing it with 1. La suppression 2.4 et son the following: remplacement par ce qui suit : « Secteurs ruraux Lands outside the Primary Development Les terrains situés hors du principal secteur Area are generally described as Rural de développement sont généralement Areas and are not provided with municipal considérés comme des secteurs ruraux et water and wastewater services. The Rural ne reçoivent pas les services municipaux Areas will support limited growth and development which will be carefully usées. Les secteurs ruraux accueilleront controlled through Municipal Plan policy in order to encourage most development to une croissance et un développement take place within the Primary limités, qui seront soigneusement contrôlés Development Area. Rural Areas include conformément aux principes du Plan two sub-categories described as Rural Resource Areas and Rural Settlement partie du développement à se réaliser au Areas. sein du principal secteur de développement. Les secteurs ruraux Rural Resource Areas are primarily comprennent deux sous-catégories : les undeveloped lands with the potential for secteurs ressources rurales et les secteurs rural resource activity such as pits and quarries and/or forestry uses. New de peuplement rural. resource uses may be permitted in Rural Resource Areas provided the proposal Les secteurs de ressources rurales sont meets the criteria outlined in the Land Use principalement des terrains non aménagés Chapter of the Municipal Plan, and the présentant un potentiel pour des activités relevant provisions of the Zoning Bylaw. , telles que les carrières et gravières et/ou les Rural Settlement Areas are the existing, activités forestières. De nouvelles historic communities of Martinon to utilisations liées à Ketepec, Lorneville and Treadwell Lake. ressources peuvent être autorisées dans les New, minor, low density residential development that is compatible with a secteurs de ressources rurales à condition rural lifestyle and with the existing que le projet satisfasse aux critères énoncés community dans le chapitre sur character will be permitted in these Rural Plan municipal et les dispositions Settlement Areas to support their pertinentes darrêté de zonage. continued vitality and to maximize existing investments in community Les secteurs de peuplement rural infrastructure provided the proposal meets correspondent aux communautés the criteria outlined in the Land Use historiques existantes de Martinon à Ketepec, Lorneville et Treadwell Lake. Un nouveau développement résidentiel mineur et à faible densité, compatible avec un mode de vie rural et avec le caractère actuel de ces communautés, sera autorisé dans les secteurs de peuplement rurales afin timiser les investissements existants en infrastructures communautaires, à condition que le projet satisfasse aux critères énoncés dans le chapitre sur » 2 Amending Section 3.5.2 by adding the 2. La modification 3.5.2 par l'ajout following: de ce qui suit, immédiatement après le principe LU-80.2: « Parc industriel de Spruce Lake Spruce Lake Industrial Park Le conseil doit : Council shall: Principe LU-80.3 Policy LU-80.3 Nonobstant les principes LU-8 et LU-80.1, Notwithstanding LU-8 and LU-80.1, the la Ville créera la zone industrielle Spruce City shall establish the Spruce Lake Industrial zone in the Zoning By-law to be Lake dans l de zonage, applicable utilized for lands designated Heavy aux terrains désignés industriels lourds du Industrial in the Spruce Lake Industrial parc industriel de Spruce Lake. Cette zone Park. The zone will primarily accueillera principalement des usages accommodate commercial, and low- commerciaux et industriels légers ou emitting light and medium industrial uses, moyens , dont with nuisances or risks contained on-site. les nuisances ou les risques éventuels The zone shall also permit limited heavy seront contenus sur place. La zone pourra industrial uses subject to zone-specific également autoriser, de façon limitée, des conditions including setbacks and Risk Assessments. usages industriels lourds soumis à des conditions particulières à la zone, incluant Policy LU-80.4 des marges de retrait et les évaluations des Within the Spruce Lake Industrial Park, risques. establish a 150-metre undeveloped and undisturbed buffer between residential Principe LU-80.4 properties and Heavy Industrial lands by Dans le parc industriel de Spruce Lake, applying the Parks and Natural Areas land établir un secteur tampon non aménagée et use designation on the Future Land Use préservée de 150 mètres entre les map (Schedule B), allowing only passive propriétés résidentielles et les terrains recreation uses such as trails. industriels lourds, en appliquant la Policy LU-80.5 désignation parcs et espaces naturels sur la For use within the Spruce Lake Industrial carte d'utilisation future des sols (Annexe Park, the Spruce Lake Industrial zone shall B). Ce tampon n'autorisera que des create a framework for tiered setbacks activités récréatives passives, telles que des dependent upon the intensity of the land sentiers. use and proximity to residential property lines. Principe LU-80.5 Pour une utilisation dans le parc industriel Policy LU-80.6 de Spruce Lake, la zone industrielle de The Spruce Lake Industrial Park zone shall create a framework for maximum height Spruce Lake doit créer un cadre pour des dependent upon the distance from retraits de marges à plusieurs niveaux en residential property lines. fonction de l'intensité de l'utilisation du sol et de la proximité des limites de propriétés Policy LU 80.7 résidentielles. The Spruce Lake Industrial zone shall establish criteria for the completion of Principe LU-80.6 Risk Assessments. This will identify the La zone industrielle Spruce Lake établira uses in which a Risk Assessment is un cadre définissant les hauteurs mandatory, and for which uses a Risk maximales autorisées en fonction de la Assessment will be at the discretion of City distance par rapport aux limites des propriétés résidentielles. Principe LU-80.7 La zone industrielle Spruce Lake précisera les critères relatifs à la réalisation détermineront les usages pour lesquels une évaluation des risques est obligatoire, ainsi que ceux pour lesquels une telle évaluation demeurera à la discrétion du personnel municipal. » 3. La modification 3.7.1 en 3 Amending Section 3.7.1 by deleting Policy supprimant le principe LU-110 et le LU-110 and replacing it with the remplaçant par ce qui suit : following: Create the Park and Natural Areas « Créer la désignation parcs et espaces designation on the Future Land Use map naturels sur la carte d'utilisation future du (Schedule B). Council intends that the Park sol (Annexe B). Le Conseil prévoit que la and Natural Areas designation will permit désignation parcs et aires naturelles a range of conservation and appropriate permettra un lié d'usages à la conservation recreational land uses permitted in the ainsi que des usages récréatifs appropriés onal and community dans les grands parcs régionaux et parks, environmentally sensitive or communautaires de la Ville, les secteurs significant areas, lands that are located adjacent to watercourses, lands adjacent to sensibles ou importants sur le plan environnemental, les terrains adjacents aux significant archaeological and geological cours d'eau, les terrains côtiers de la sites, historic sites, buffer between land municipalité, les terrains estuariens, les uses, designated heritage places and sites archéologiques et géologiques cemeteries. importants, les sites historiques, les secteurs tampons entre différents usages du Council may permit commercial recreation sol, les lieux patrimoniaux désignés ainsi uses in the Park and Natural Areas que les cimetières. designation subject to appropriate standards in the Zoning Bylaw. Council may permit wind and solar energy Le Conseil peut permettre des usages development in the Park and Natural Areas récréatifs commerciaux dans les secteurs designation outside of the Primary désignés parcs et aires naturelles, sous Development Area, subject to federal and réserve des normes appropriées prévues provincial environmental approvals and dans l de zonage. Le Conseil peut conditions and standards in the Zoning By- permettre law. When reviewing an application for s la rezoning, refer back to Policy LU-95. désignation de parcs et aires naturelles situés hors du principal secteur de développement, sous réserve des autorisations environnementales fédérales et provinciales ainsi que des conditions et normes prévues dans lde zonage de municipalité. Lors de l'examen d'une demande de rezonage, se référer au principe LU-95. » 4. 4 Redesignating on Schedule A of the Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 298.7 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also 298.7 hectares, situé au 0, chemin King identified as portion of PIDs 55243596, William, également identifié comme partie 55233456, and 55237077, from Rural des NID 55243596, 55233456, and Resource Area (outside of the Primary 55237077, qui passera de secteurs de Development Area) and Park and Natural Area (outside the Primary Development secteur de développement) et parcs et Area) to Employment Area (within the Primary Development Area). secteur de développement) à secteur développement). 5Redesignatingon Schedule A of the 5. Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 75.4 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also 75.4 hectares, situé au 0, chemin King identified as portion of PIDs 55243596 and William, également identifié comme partie 55243588, from Rural Resource Area des NID 55243596 et 55243588, qui (outside of the Primary Development passera de secteur de ressources rurale (à Area) and Employment Area (within the Primary Development Area)to Park and développement) Natural Areas (within the Primary le principal secteur de développement) à Development Area). secteur parc et espaces naturels(dans le principal secteur de développement). 6Redesignatingon Schedule B of the 6. Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 298.7 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also 298.7 hectares, situé au 0, chemin King identified as a portion of PIDs 55243596, William, également identifié comme partie 55233456, and 55237077, from Rural des NID 55243596, 55233456, and Resource and Park and Natural Area to 55237077, qui passera de ressources Heavy Industrial. rurales et parcs et espaces naturelsà industries lourdes. 7Redesignatingon Schedule B of the 7. Municipal Development Plan, land having an approximate area of 75.4 hectares, located at 0 King William Road, also 75.4 hectares, situé au 0, chemin King identified as portion of PIDs 55243596 and William, également identifié comme partie 55243588 from Rural Resource and Heavy des NID 55243596 et 55243588 qui Industrial to Park and Natural Area. passera de ressources rurales et industries lourdes à parcs et espaces naturels. -all as shown on the plans attached hereto and-toutesles modifications sont indiquées sur forming part of this by-law. le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the said EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a City to be affixed to this by-law the Xday of X, fait apposer son sceau communal sur le présent A.D. 2025and signed by: arrêté le XX2025, avec les signatures suivantes: _______________________________________ Mayor/ Mairesse ______________________________________ City Clerk/ Greffier de la municipalité FirstReadingPremière lecture 2025 Deuxième lecture 2025 Second Reading Troisième lecture 2025 Third Reading _________, 2025 BY-LAW NUMBER CP 111-196 ARRÊTÉ Nº CP 111-196 A LAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BY-LAW ARRÊTÉ PORTANT MODIFICATION DE OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Be it enacted by the Common Council of Le conseil communal de The City of The City of Saint John as follows: Saint John édicte : A By-Law of The City of Saint John Arrêté de zonage de The City of Saint Zoning By-fifteenth John, édicté le 15 décembre 2014, est modifié day of December, A.D. 2014, is hereby amended as ainsi : follows: 1 By adding the following words under the 1 Les mots qui suivent sont ajoutés sous les following headings rubriques qui suivent après les mots « Zone de at Section 2.2: services publics décharge contrôlée » à 2.2 : Zone Symbol Spruce Lake Industrial Zone SLI Zones Abréviations Zone industrielle de Spruce Lake SLI 2 By adding the following definitions at Section 1 Les définitions qui suivent sont ajoutées à 3.1, in alphabetical order: 3.1, en ordre alphabétique : Bulk Hydrogen Storage D« » Installation for the storage and distribution of hydrogen in bulk quantities, which may include storage tanks, des constructions, du matériel et des infrastructures distribution infrastructure, and tanker vehicle accessoires nécessaires à la production, au access, but does not include retail sales, on-site processing, or end-use consumption. (entrepôt gestion. (Electrical Generation Station) ) « centre de données » Installation servant Data Cprincipalement au stockage, à la gestion et à the storing, management, and operation of computer servers and associated equipment for the matériel connexe en vue du stockage, du traitement purpose of storing, processing, and transmitting et de la transmission de données numériques; sont digital data. A data centre may include ancillary également visés les bureaux auxiliaires, les aires de offices, maintenance areas, backup power systems, maintenance informatique, les systèmes cooling infrastructure, and security facilities, but does not include facilities intended primarily for refroidissement et les installations de sécurité, mais personal or public use, such as internet cafés. non les installations destinées principalement à (centre de données) els que les cybercafés. (Data Centre) Electrical Generation S the generation of electricity, together with all the « » Installation de ancillary structures, equipment, and infrastructure vrac; necessary for generation, storage, transmission, sont également visés les réservoirs de stockage, les operation, and maintenance. (centrale de des ) camions-citernes, mais non la vente au détail, la transformation sur place ou la consommation Hydrogen Mfinale. (Bulk Hydrogen Storage Depot) industrial use involving the generation, storage, and distribution of hydrogen. The use may include « hébergement-projet » Complexe résidentiel associated infrastructure such as compression servant à loger temporairement des travailleurs, systems, storage vessels, and ancillary support habituellement composé de modules mobiles buildings, but does not include retail sales or on-servant site consumption. () besoins fondamentaux, et pouvant être désassemblés et déplacés au besoin. (Project Project AAccommodation) complex used to house workers on a temporary basis. Project Accommodations are usually made « » up of mobile units and used for sleeping, eating, and other basic needs. These units can be taken façonnage ou à apart and moved as needed. (hébergement-projet) copeaux de bois ou de sous-produits du bois y étant Timber Processing F a building used for the milling, planing, shaping, or finishing fermée; ne sont pas visés les activités forestières, la of timber, where all processing activities and the fabrica storage of woodchips or wood by-products are fully 1 contained within an enclosed structure. This use (Timber Processing Facility) excludes forestry activities, pulp and paper manufacturing, and the outdoor storage of raw or « production » finished wood products. (installation de lourde comprenant la production, le stockage et la ) lement visés les infrastructures connexes telles que les installations à compression, les récipients de stockage et les bâtiments de soutien accessoires, mais non la vente au détail ou la consommation sur les lieux. (Hydrogen Manufacturing) 3 By adding Spruce Lake Industrial Zone (SLI) to 3 La zone industrielle de Spruce Lake (SLI) Table 12-1 in Section 12, as a permitted zone for est ajoutée au tableau 12-1, 12, comme the following uses: zone où les usages suivants sont permis : Bulk Fuel Storage Depot Approvisionnement en matériaux de jardin Bulk Hydrogen Storage Depot Bureau daffaires Business Office Centrale de production délectricité Business Support Services Centre de données Cannabis Production Facility Dépanneur Cannabis Processing Facility Dépôt de transport Commercial Use Entreposage à lair libre Contractor Service, Household Entrepôt Data Centre Entrepôt de carburant en vrac Distribution Facility Entrepôt en vrac Electrical Generation Station Entrepôt libre-service Equipment Sales and Rental, Heavy Fleet Service Établissement de vente et de location de matériel lourd General Contractor Service Flotte Harbour Facility Hébergement-projet Heavy Industrial Offensive Industrial Use Installation de distribution Heavy Industrial Volatile Industrial Use Installation de production du cannabis Hydrogen Manufacturing Installation de recherche et de développement Landscape Material Supply Light Industrial Use Installation de transformation du cannabis Medium Industrial Use Installation portuaire Outdoor Storage Project Accommodation Service dappui aux entreprises Research and Development Facility Service dentrepreneur à domicile Retail Convenience Service dentrepreneur général Self-Storage Facility Service de remorquage Service and Repair, Industrial Station-service Service Station Terminal de transport Timber Processing Facility Usage commercial Towing Service Usage dindustrie légère Transportation Depot usage industriel avec éléments volatils usage industriel avec substances désagréables Transportation Terminal Usage dindustrie moyenne Warehouse Facility 4 article 12.8 est ajouté immédiatement 4 By adding Section 12.8 as follows, immediately après le paragraphe 12.7(3) : after subsection 12.7(3): 12.8 Zone industrielle de Spruce Lake (SLI) 12.8 Spruce Lake Industrial Zone (SLI) Mise en contexte Municipal Plan Context La zone industrielle de Spruce Lake (SLI) accueille The Spruce Lake Industrial (SLI) zone des usages mixes dindustrie légère et moyenne et, accommodates a mix of light, medium and limited dustrie lourde à grande large-scale heavy industrial uses within the échelle expansion du parc industriel expansion area of Spruce Lake Industrial Park. The de Spruce Lake. Elle permet une gamme zone allows for a range of industrial uses with industriels des normes additional zone standards to reduce the impact on additionnelles en vue de réduire les incidences sur the nearby residential community. les collectivités résidentielles avoisinantes. La zone industrielle de Spruce Lake (SLI) est The Spruce Lake Industrial (SLI) zone is intended destinée aux terrains situés à lintérieur ou à for land inside or outside of the Primary lextérieur du principal secteur de développement Development Area that is designated Heavy 2 Industrial Area and is located within the Spruce qui sont désignés et est Lake Industrial Park. située dans le parc industriel de Spruce Lake. 12.8(1) Permitted Uses 12.8(1) Usages permis Any land, building, or structure may be used for the Les terrains, bâtiments et constructions ne peuvent purposes of, and for no other purpose than, the être affectés quaux fins suivantes. Les usages following. The following permitted uses are subject permis qui suivent sont assujettis aux marges de to setback requirements as illustrated in Schedule retrait prescrites annexe K. K. Permitted ConditioRisk Usages Conditions Évaluation Permitted Usages As Per ns of Use Assessment permis selon régissant des risques Uses permis Schedule K annexe K les usages Business A, B, C Bureau A, B, C Office Business A, B, C Centre de A, B, C Support données Dépanneur Service A, B, C Commercial A, B, C Paragraphe Entreposage A, B, C Use 12.8(3)b) Contractor A, B, C Entrepôt A, B, C Service, libre-service Household Flotte A, B, C Data Centre A, B, C Paragraphe Hébergement- A, B, C Fleet A, B, C 12.8(3)c) projet Service Installation de Autre A, B, C recherche et de General A, B, C usage développement Contractor Service A, B, C Service Paragraph Other Outdoor A, B, C 12.8(3)(b) entreprises Use Storage Service A, B, C Project Paragraph A, B, C Accommodat12.8(3)(c) à domicile ion Service A, B, C Retail A, B, C Convenience général Research and A, B, C Station-service A, B, C Development Facility Usage A, B, C Self-A, B, C commercial Storage Approvisionn A, B Facility ement en Service A, B, C matériaux de jardin Station Dépôt de Section A, B Cannabis A, B transport 9.20 Production Entrepôt A, B Facility Cannabis A, B Entreprise A, B Processing de réparation Facility de matériel Distribution A, B industriel Facility Établissement A, B Equipment A, B de vente et de Sales and location de matériel lourd Rental, Usage Installation de Heavy A, B industriel distribution Harbour A, B Installation A, B Article Facility de production 9.20 Industrial Paragraph Heavy A, B du cannabis Use 12.8 Industrial Paragraphe Installation de A, B (3)(d) Offensive 12.8(3)g) transformation Industrial du bois Use Installation de A, B Landscape A, B transformation Material du cannabis Supply Installation A, B Light A, B portuaire Industrial Service de A, B Use remorquage Medium A, B Terminal de A, B Industrial transport Use Usage A, B Service and A, B Repair, légère Industrial Paragraphe Usage A, B Paragraph 12.8(3)d) Timber A, B 12.8(3)(g) lourde usage Processing industriel avec Facility substances Towing A, B désagréables Service Usage A, B Transportatio A, B trie n Depot moyenne Transportatio A, B Paragraphe A Paragraphe Centrale de n Terminal 12.8(3)e) 12.8(4) production Warehouse A, B Facility Paragraphe Usage Paragraphe Paragraph Section Entrepôt de A Bulk Fuel A 12.8(4)b) 12.8(4) 12.8(4)(b) 12.8(4) carburant Storage lourde en vrac Depot éléments A Paragraph Section Volatile Electrical volatils 3 Paragraphe 12.8(3)(e) 12.8(4) Entrepôt A Paragraphe Heavy Generation 12.8(3)f) 12.8(4) Industrial Station en vrac Use Paragraphe Production A Paragraphe A Paragraph Section Heavy 12.8(3)e) 12.8(4) 12.8(3)(d) 12.8(4) Industrial- Paragraphe Usage A Paragraphe Volatile 12.8(3)d) 12.8(4) Industrial lourde usage Use industriel A Paragraph Section Hydrogen avec éléments 12.8(3)(f) 12.8(4) Bulk Fuel volatils Storage Depot Hydrogen A Paragraph Section Manufacturin12.8(3)(e) 12.8(4) g 12.8(2) Usages interdits 12.8(2) Prohibited Uses Les usages suivants sont interdits dans la zone The following uses are not permitted in the Spruce industrielle de Spruce Lake : Lake Industrial Zone: Asphalt Plant; Centre de tri; Cement Plant; Fabrication et entreposage dengrais, par application des prescriptions applicables Concrete Plant; aux usages industriels avec éléments Fertilizer Manufacture and Storage, as per volatils; the volatile industrial use; Forestry Use (including lumber mill); récupération; Petroleum Refinery, as per the volatile Raffinerie de pétrole, par application des industrial use; prescriptions applicables aux usages Pulp and Paper Mill, as per the offensive industriels avec éléments volatils; industrial use; Usage forestier (y compris les scieries); Recycling Facility; Usine à asphalte; Scrap or Salvage Yard. Usine à béton; Usine à ciment; Usine de pâtes et papiers, par application des prescriptions applicables aux usages industriels avec substances désagréables. 12.8(3) Conditions of Use 12.8(3) Conditions régissant les usages (a) Unless otherwise specified, those uses a) Sauf indication contraire, ces usages qui which are secondary or accessory to the sont secondaires ou accessoires par rapport principal use of the lot within the Spruce à Lake Industrial zone will be permitted industrielle de Spruce Lake seront permis anywhere within the zone, provided they are a minimum distance of 150 metres de se situer à une distance minimale de from an existing residential property line. 150 This is identified on Schedule K as areas résidentielle existante. Ils sont énumérés à A, B and C. These include site annexe K comme les aires A, B et C. En development and buildings or structures font notamment partie des aires that include, but are not limited to, the aménagement et des bâtiments ou following: constructions tels que les suivants : Accessory building Administration des affaires et/ou Business Administration and/or Offices Bâtiments accessoires Food Service Meeting Facility Hébergement-projet Outdoor Storage Installations de formation Parking Salles de réunion Project Accommodation Service de restauration Training Facility Stationnement (b) Outdoor storage permitted as a main use at b) subsection 12.8(1) or as an accessory or secondary use to a main use, shall be paragraphe 12.8(1) ou en tant quusage subject to the following when located less accessoire ou secondaire par rapport à un than 150 metres from a street: usage principal est subordonné aux (i) the yard shall not occupy any conditions suivantes lorsquil est situé à required front or flankage yard, or moins de 150 mètres dune rue : any area required for parking; (i) la cour dentreposage ne doit pas (ii) the yard shall be completely occuper une cour avant obligatoire, 4 enclosed by a solid, board-on-une cour de flanc obligatoire ou board fence, or a chain-link fence une aire de stationnement entirely covered by filler strips obligatoire; woven into the mesh, or a walled (ii) elle doit être entièrement fermée au structure, or berm, or any moyen dune clôture pleine de combination thereof, having a construction planche-sur-planche, minimum height of 2 metres and dune clôture à mailles losangées including gate constructed in the entièrement recouverte de bandes same manner and height as the entrelacées dans les mailles, ou enclosure; dune construction fermée ou dune (iii) notwithstanding the above, the yard levée, ou dune combinaison de ces may instead be screened in éléments, dune hauteur minimale accordance with paragraph 6.1(k), de 2 mètres, les barrières devant or by any combination of permitted être construites de la même structures, berms, and landscaping; manière et de la même hauteur que and lenceinte; (iv) when the yard is developed within (iii) malgré ce qui précède, elle peut, au 15 metres of an abutting lot in a lieu, être dissimulée conformément Residential zone, the yard shall au paragraphe 6.lk), ou au moyen also be in accordance with section de toute combinaison des 5.5. constructions, levées et aménagement paysager permis; (iv) lorsquun aménagement est effectué dans la cour à moins de 15 mètres dun lot attenant dans une zone résidentielle, la cour doit également être conforme à larticle 5.5. (c) Project Accommodation is permitted at c) Les hébergements-projets sont permis par subsection 12.8(1) subject to a le paragraphe 12.8(1) sous réserve de Development Permit reviewed and un approved by the Development Officer examiné et approuvé par un agent detailing: et précisant ce qui suit : (i) rationale for a new project (i) le raisonnement sous-tendant un accommodation or additional beds nouvel hébergement-projet ou des (for expansions) and the number of lits additionnels ( proposed beds intended for expansion) et le nombre de lits construction, operational, and proposés visant à combler les camp staffing requirements; besoins du personnel affecté à la (ii) a phasing plan that indicates constructionu which, if any, areas are to be campement; cleared, where accommodations (ii) are to be developed, and their étapes indiquant les aires, associated timelines of est, devant être dégagées, construction and occupancy; où lhébergement doit être (iii) the location and dimensions of all aménagé et les échéanciers de existing and proposed buildings, constructi y their distance to the property lines, afférents; as well as the dimension and (iii) location of all property lines; de tous les bâtiments existants et (iv) proposed parking areas, bus proposés, leur distance par rapport loading and unloading areas, à toutes les limites de propriété, location of barrier free stalls, ainsi que les dimensions et entrances and exits to municipal limites roads, fire department access de propriété; routes and off-street loading areas; (iv) les aires de stationnement, les aires (v) floor plans showing the layout and dimensions of the interior spaces débarquement des autobus, including labeling their uses and l des cabines the number of proposed beds; accessibles, les entrées et les (vi) a list of all amenities, including but sorties des routes municipales, les not limited to, health facilities and recreation facilities; incendies et les aires de (vii) the method of supplying water, chargement hors rue proposés; sewage and waste collection to the (v) d accommodation, and if not connecting to municipal espaces intérieurs et indiquant les infrastructure, a detailed servicing usages et le nombre de lits 5 statement indicating how the camp proposés pour ces espaces; will be serviced, is required; and (vi) une liste de toutes les commodités, (viii) if accessing from a municipal road, notamment les établissements de or a road under municipal santé et les installations de loisirs; jurisdiction, a traffic impact (vii) assessment, identifying the eau cumulative impacts on emergency de récupération des déchets de evacuation, traffic access, and what , et, pas improvements are required. raccordé à infrastructure municipale, un énoncé détaillé indiquant la façon dont le campement sera desservi; (viii) acc-projet se fait à partir ou une route relevant de la municipalité sur la circulation indiquant les les améliorations nécessaires. (d) Heavy Industrial Use is permitted at d) Les usages lourde sont permis section 12.8(1) provided a main use does par le paragraphe 12.8(1), à condition, not result in the discharge of air pollutants. un usage principal, de ne pas Such pollutants include, but are not limited produire de polluants atmosphériques. to: Constituent notamment de tels polluants : Particulate Matter (PM) la matière particulaire (PM) Ground-level Ozone (O) ozone troposphérique (O) 33 Nitrogen Dioxide (NO) le dioxyde (NO) 22 Sulphur Dioxide (SO) le dioxyde de soufre (SO) 22 Volatile Organic Compounds les composés organiques volatils (VOCs) (COV) (e) An Electrical Generation Station is a e) Une centrale de production est permitted use at subsection 12.8(1) un usage permis par le paragraphe 12.8(1), provided it is smaller than 300MW, and non nucléaire et de non-nuclear. Notwithstanding paragraph puissance inférieure à 300 MW. Malgré 12.8(3)(d), an Electrical Generation Station , une centrale de that is fueled by natural gas or hydrogen, production and is smaller than 300MW, shall be permitted as long as it is located a inférieure à 300 MW est permise, à minimum of 1,000 metres from a condition de se situer à une distance residential property line. minimale de 1 000 e propriété résidentielle. (f) Any use involving the manufacturing, f) Tout usage comportant la production, le storage, or delivery of bulk hydrogen permitted at subsection 12.8(1) shall be vrac permis par le paragraphe 12.8(1) doit subject to a risk assessment pursuant to une évaluation des risques subsection 12.8(4). For greater clarity, conforme au paragraphe 12.8(4). Il est Hydrogen Manufacturing or a Hydrogen entendu que la production et Bulk Storage Depot are generally les entrepôts considered to be a Heavy Volatile Use. généralement considérés comme des usages éléments volatils. (g) A Timber Processing Facility is permitted provided any uses involving the milling, g) Une installation de transformation du bois planing, or shaping of wood are contained , à condition que tout within a building. The storage of usage comportant abotage ou woodchips must be contained within a le façonnage du bois soit exercé à building. copeaux de bois doit se faire 12.8(4) Risk Assessment 12.8(4) Évaluation des risques (a) The Development Officer shall require a a) doit exiger la risk assessment as part of a Development réalisation une évaluation des risques Permit or Building Permit application for a 6 Heavy Industrial Use: de permis de construction visant un usage (i) which, qui, à la fois : definition, involves the use, manufacturing, storage, or transportation (i) selon la définition du terme « usage of chemicals and materials which may be industriel avec éléments volatils », comporte la fabrication, health or property; and e transport de produits chimiques et de matériaux pouvant être (ii) which relate to the following uses: nuisibles ou préjudiciables à la santé ou ; Bulk Fuel Storage Depot; Bulk Hydrogen Storage Depot; or (ii) se rapporte aux usages suivants : Hydrogen Manufacturing. entrepôt de carburant en vrac; en vrac; production . (b) The Development Officer may require a b) exiger la risk assessment as part of Development réalisation une évaluation des risques Permit or Building Permit application for any Industrial Use involving a de manufacturing process which could be permis de construction visant un usage industriel comportant un processus de prejudices the character of the surrounding fabrication être dangereux ou area, or interferes with the normal , de enjoyment of land, buildings or structures. nuire au caractère du voisinage ou de nuire à la jouissance normale des terrains, des bâtiments et des constructions. (c) The Risk Assessment shall: c) : (i) be prepared by a qualified professional who specializes in risk assessment; (i) est réalisée par un professionnel (ii) be prepared to the satisfaction of the compétent spécialiste de Development Officer and the Fire Chief or risques; Director of Saint John Emergency (ii) doit convenir à , Management Organization; au chef du service des incendies ou au (iii) include a site plan identifying the Organisation des mesures location of all uses and the distances from John; the closest residentially zoned properties; (iii) comporte un plan d and i (iv) include mitigation recommendations. usages et leurs distances des propriétés les plus près ayant un zonage résidentiel; (iv) contient des recommandations en matière atténuation. (d) The Development Officer shall: d) : (i) consider the recommendation of the risk (i) examine la recommandation formulée assessment prior to rendering a decision on dans ation des risques avant de a Development Permit or Building Permit rendre une décision quant à une demande application; and une demande (ii) in consultation with the appropriate de permis de construction; City Service Areas, may impose any (ii) en consultation avec les services conditions on the Development Permit or compétents de la municipalité, peut assortir Building Permit necessary to implement le le permis de any of the mitigation recommendations construction des conditions nécessaires à la identified in the risk assessment. 12.8(5) Zone Standards 12.8(5) Normes applicables à la zone (a) Minimum Lot Area For a Volatile Heavy Industrial Use: a) Superficie de lot minimale 10,000 square metres Usage dindustrie lourde éléments For an Industrial Use: 4,000 square metres volatils : 10 000 mètres carrés Other Uses: 4,000 square metres Usage industriel : 4 000 mètres carrés Autre usage : 4 000 mètres carrés (b) Minimum Lot Frontage b) Façade de lot minimale 7 For a Volatile Heavy Industrial Use: 120 Usage dindustrie lourde éléments metres volatils : 120 mètres For an Industrial Use: 60 metres Usage industriel : 60 mètres Other Uses: 30 metres Autre usage : 30 mètres (c) Minimum Front Yard c) Cour avant minimale For a Volatile Heavy Industrial Use: 150 Usage dindustrie lourde éléments metres volatils : 150 mètres Distance permitted from a residential Distance per property line: 500 metres propriété résidentielle : 500 mètres For an Industrial Use: 30 metres Usage industriel : 30 mètres Distance permitted from a residential Distance per property line: 250 metres propriété résidentielle : 250 mètres Other Uses: 7.5 metres Autre usage : 7,5 mètres (d) Minimum Rear Yard d) Cour arrière minimale For Volatile Heavy Industrial Use: Usage dindustrie lourde éléments Distance permitted from a residential volatils : property line: 500 metres Distance per Where the rear property line does not propriété résidentielle : 500 mètres abut an Industrial zone: 150 metres Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété Where the rear property line does abut ne donne pas sur une zone industrielle : an Industrial zone: 30 metres 150 mètres Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété For an Industrial Use: donne sur une zone industrielle : 30 mètres Distance permitted from a residential property line: 250 metres Usage industriel : Where the rear property line does not Distance per abut an Industrial zone: 30 metres propriété résidentielle : 250 mètres Where the rear property line does abut Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété an Industrial zone: 15 metres ne donne pas sur une zone industrielle : 30 mètres Other Uses: 7.5 metres Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété donne sur une zone industrielle : 15 mètres Autre usage : 7,5 mètres (e) Minimum Side Yard e) Cour latérale minimale For a Volatile Heavy Industrial Use: Usage dindustrie lourde éléments Distance permitted from a residential volatils : property line: 500 metres Distance pere limite de Where the side lot does not abut an propriété résidentielle : 500 mètres Industrial zone: 150 metres Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété Where the side lot does abut an ne donne pas sur une zone industrielle : Industrial zone: 30 metres 150 mètres Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété For an Industrial Use: donne sur une zone industrielle : 30 mètres Distance permitted from a residential property line: 250 metres Usage industriel : Where the side property line does not Distance per abut an Industrial zone: 30 metres propriété résidentielle : 250 mètres Where the rear property line does abut Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété an Industrial zone: 15 metres ne donne pas sur une zone industrielle : 30 mètres Other Uses: 7.5 metres Lorsque la limite arrière de la propriété donne sur une zone industrielle : 15 mètres Autre usage : 7,5 mètres (f) Minimum Flankage Yard f) Cour de flanc minimale For a Volatile Heavy Industrial Use: 150 Usage dindustrie lourde éléments metres volatils : 150 mètres Distance permitted from a residential Distance per property line: 500 metres propriété résidentielle : 500 mètres For an Industrial Use: 30 metres Usage dindustrie lourde: 30 mètres Distance permitted from a residential Distance perune limite de property line: 250 metres propriété résidentielle : 250 mètres 8 OtherUses:7.5 metresAutre usage:7,5mètres (g)Maximum Building Heightg)Hauteur des bâtiments maximale Less than 250 metres from a residential Moins de 250mètres property line: 24 metrespropriété résidentielle: 24mètres Greater than 500 metres from a residential Plus de500mètres property line: 48 metrespropriété résidentielle:48mètres (h)Maximum Lot Occupancy:65% of the lot h) lot:65%dulot (i)A detailed landscaping plan to be prepared by the developerand submitted with the(i) Building Permit application for thedoit être préparépar le promoteuret approval of the Development Officer. Thisprésenté avec la demande de permis de plan must detail the following:construction en vue de son approbation par (i)Retention of existing trees within a 7-préciser ce qui suit: metreperiphery of the side and rear lot lines of the site.(i)Les arbres existantssituésdans un périmètre de 7mètres de la limite latérale (ii)Front yard landscaping conforming todu lot et de la limite arrière du lotdu site the Commercial zone requirement of a treedoivent être conservés. or shrub per 45 square metres of required front yard, provided 50% of the plantings(ii)ménagement paysager de la cour are trees.avant doit être conforme aux exigences applicables dans la zone commerciale (j)Other Requirements: In accordance withprescrivant un arbre ou unarbustepar the General Provisions, Parts 4-945mètres carrés de superficie de la cour avant obligatoire, 50% des plantes requisesdevant être des arbres. j)Autres exigences:Celles qui sont prévues dans les dispositions générales,parties4 à 9 5.By adding the attached map as Schedule K.5.La carte ci-jointe est ajoutée comme annexeK. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John ENFOI DE QUOI The City of Saint John a fait has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the said apposer son sceau communal sur le présent arrêté le City to be affixed to this by-law the _____day ____________2025, avec les signatures suivantes: _________, A.D. 2025and signed by: _________________________________________ Mayor/Maire ________________________________________ CityClerk / Greffier communal First Reading Première lecture - Second Reading Deuxième lecture - Third Reading - Troisième lecture - 9 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P.111-197ARRÊTÉ NO C.P. 111-197 A LAW TOAMEND THE ZONING BY- ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT LAW OFTHE CITYOF SAINT JOHN JOHN Be it enacted by The City ofSaintJohn 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 enactedon the fifteenthday ofDecember, A.D. John, décrété le quinze (15) décembre 2014, 2014, isamended by: est modifié par : Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The zonage de la ville de Saint John, permettant City ofSaint John, by rezoning land having an de modifier la désignation pour des parcelles areaof approximately 585.67 hectares, located de terrain d'une superficie d'environ585.67 at0 King William Road and 1065 King William hectares,situé au 0, chemin King William et Road,also identified as aPID 55233456, 1065, chemin King William,également 55243588,55237077,and a portionof identifié comme NID 55233456,55243588, 55243596, from Medium Industrial (IM), Rural 55237077et une partie de NID 55243596, (RU),andGreen Energy (GE) toSpruce Lake de lazone Industrial (SLI) andPark (P) rurale (R), et zone énergieverte(GE) à zoneet zone parc (P) all as shown on the plan attached hereto and toutes les modifications sont indiquées sur forming part of this by-law. le plan ci-joint et font partie du présent arrêté. IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the said City to be affixed to this by-law the EN FOI DE QUOI, The City ofSaint John a __day of ____, A.D. 2025 and signed by: fait apposer son sceau communal sur le présent arrêté le ___________, avec les signatures suivantes: _______________________________________ Mayor/Mairesse ______________________________________ CityClerk/Greffierde la municipalité First Reading 2025Première lecture 025 Deuxième lecture 2025 Second Reading 2025 Third Reading _______, 2025 Troisième lecture _______ 2025 COMMON COUNCIL REPORT M&C No.2025-174 Report DateJuly 02, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaUtilities and Infrastructure Services Her Worship Mayor Donna Noade Reardon and Members of Common Council SUBJECT: Contract No. 2025-20 McAllister Drive (Mountain View Drive to Loch Lomond Road) Watermain Renewal Phase 1 AUTHORIZATION Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer Mikel LesterIan Fogan/Michael BakerJ. Brent McGovern RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Contract No. 2025-20: McAllister Drive (Mountain View Drive to Loch Lomond Road) Watermain Renewal Phase 1 be awarded to the low Tenderer, Galbraith Construction Ltd., at their tendered price of $634,578.51(including HST) as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further 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 2025-20: McAllister Drive (Mountain View Drive to Loch Lomond Road) Watermain Renewal Phase 1to the low bidder. PREVIOUS RESOLUTION th October 28, 2024: M&C 2024-287 2025 General and Utility Fund Capital Programs, approved. REPORT The 2025 Utility Capital Budget includes funding for therenewal of approximately 320m of existing 300mm cast iron watermain. All ofthe funding for this project is provided through the Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF)program.Saint John Water (SJW) identified condition issues with the existing 300mm cast iron watermain along McAllister Drive which resulted in the project being included in the 2025 Utility Fund Capital Budget.The 2025 asphalt resurfacing program also includesresurfacing McAllister Drive (Mountain View Drive to Loch Lomond Road). Given the potential upcomingasphalt resurfacing of this section of McAllister Drive, the plan is to replace a section of the existing 300mm cast iron watermain prior to resurfacing the street to mitigate the risk of infrastructure issues during or shortly after paving. TENDER RESULTS nd Tenders closed on July 2, 2025, with the following results, including HST: 1 2 3 944,321.35including HST. ANALYSIS The tenders were reviewed by staff and they were all found to be formal in all respects. Staff are of the opinion that the low tenderer has the necessary resources,and the ability to perform the work and recommend acceptance of their tender. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Contract includes work that is charged against the 2025Water & Sewerage Utility Fund Capital Program. This project isfully funded through the CCBFfunding program. Assuming the award of the Contract to the low tenderer, an analysis hasbeen completed, which includes the estimated amount of work to be performed by the Contractor and Others(i.e. inspection services, pre-purchase of check values). The analysis below was established by considering the funding included in the approved 2025 Capital Program. The analysis is as follows: Budget $ 1,855,000 Project Net Cost $ 635,711 Variance (Surplus) $ 1,219,289 STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT This report aligns withthe GROW by investing in key infrastructure upgrades and to PERFORM by leveraging 100% Other Share funding. SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES This project is one phase of a larger phased approach to the replacement of a critical 300 mm cast iron watermain on McAllister Drive. The watermain being replaced currentlysupplies potable water to Forest Hills and areas along Golden Grove Road. This watermain has a history of partial failures. Afailure along this critical junction could cause a largeunplanned loss of service forresidentsin the affected area. This workis intended to reduce ongoing risks at thiskey junction in thewatersystem. current plan is to have the existing watermain in service while a new one is installed beside it. McAllister Drive is also scheduled for resurfacing in 2025, from Mountain View Drive to Loch Lomond Road. This work is attempted to be coordinated with the watermain replacement, as it is not advisable to complete asphalt resurfacing prior to the replacement of the aging infrastructure. Once completed, the resurfacing will improve pavement conditions along this important transportation corridor. INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS Name of Service Area/StakeholderName of Staff Person Utilities and Infrastructure Services Kendall Mason (SJW) Supply Chain Management Chris Roberts 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. ATTACHMENTS Exhibit #1 SJWPowerPoint slides detailing project importance and required watermain shutdown. The McAllister Drive watermain is a critical pipe in the potable water distribution system. Saint John Water utilizes this watermain to transmission mains located behind the Champlain Heights Fire Station to neighbourhoods in Forest Hills and Golden Grove Road. An unexpected break in the watermain between Loch Lomond Road and Mountain View Drive would cause an extended water service outage and boil water advisory. - hour - źƭƭǒĻķ ğ Ĭƚźƌ ǞğƷĻƩ ğķǝźƭƚƩǤ Once the connection is complete and the water main is reenergized the neighborhoods that experienced a 12water service outage will be ĬǤ 5ĻƦğƩƷƒĻƓƷ ƚŅ IĻğƌƷŷ ğƭ ğ ƩĻƭǒƌƷ ƚŅ ƷŷĻ ƌƚƭƭ ƚŅ ŷźŭŷƌźŭŷƷĻķ ƚƓ ƷŷĻ ƒğƦ͵ ŷźƭ ğƩĻğ ĭƚƓƷźƓǒĻƭ Ʒƚ ĬĻ ǞƚƩƉĻķ ƚƓ Ʒƚ ƒźƓźƒźǩĻ ƷŷĻ źƒƦğĭƷ Ʒƚ ƷŷĻ ĻǣƷĻƓƷ ƦƚƭƭźĬƌĻ͵ To end the boil water advisory for those Customers, SJ sample results 24 hours apart and approval from Department of Health to end the advisory. The samples must be representative samples of the area from the distribution system affected. and staff fully clarified as part of the plan It should be noted there will also be 2 small localized water service outages planned for this project.The Fourth Phase of the watermain renewal future Utility Fund Capital Program.There will be a comprehensive communications plan developed for this project and the area that will be impacted will be will report back to Council in September 2025 with the communications plan prior to construction commencing. CƩƚƒʹFatima Ali <fatima@mitocanada.org> {ĻƓƷʹ Tuesday, June 24, 2025 5:22 PM ƚʹ City of Saint John Mayor's Office <mayor@saintjohn.ca> {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ MitoCanada Proclamation Request You don't often get email from fatima@mitocanada.org. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Hello, Join us this September as World Mitochondrial Disease Week returns from September 1521, 2025, to raise global awareness about mitochondrial disease (mito) and the importance of mitochondrial health. This international initiative plays a vital role in advancing research, developing treatments, and providing much-needed support to those living with mito, here in Canada and around the world! We invite you to support this important cause by officially proclaiming September 15 21, 2025, as World Mitochondrial Disease Week in your community. In recognition of your support, MitoCanada will feature your proclamation on our website, and where possible, arrange for a MitoCanada representative to attend and receive the proclamation in person. owerful global initiative that raises awareness for mitochondrial disease, and make this our most impactful year yet! Sincerely, Fatima Ali Event Coordinator, MitoCanada Foundation www.MitoCanada.org https://mitochondrialdiseaseweek.org/ Charity Registration #- 81258 6667 RR0001 Proclamation MitoCanada: World Mito Disease Week - 2025 Whereas: The human body is fuelled by trillions of microscopic powerhouses called mitochondria. Present in almost every cell in our bodies, these tiny but mighty, energy- producing structures generate the energy we need to survive. When there is dysfunction with these important structures in one or more parts of our bodies, we see Mitochondrial Diseases appear. Whereas: There are hundreds of mitochondrial diseases, and because mito is very hard to diagnose, many need for more mitochondrial disease research to support those living with and caring for a loved one with mito, and for clinicians to be able to diagnose and treat Canadians living with mito. Whereas: World Mitochondrial Disease Week this year is from September 15th - 21st. The goal of this week is to raise awareness for mitochondrial health and diseases on a global scale. The initiative helps to raise awareness for mitochondrial diseases in Canada, and across the globe, which can be crucial for the development of treatments, research on the disease, and providing support to those living with Mito. CƩƚƒʹwğƆ YŷğƓǒƆğ ѡƩğƆķķƭθǤğŷƚƚ͵ĭƚƒѢ {ĻƓƷʹ {ǒƓķğǤͲ WǒƓĻ ЊЎͲ ЋЉЋЎ ЊЊʹЎЌ ta ƚʹ źƓŅƚ͵ĭƌĻƩƉθƒƚƓĭƷƚƓ͵ĭğ {ǒĬƆĻĭƷʹ CǞʹ tƩƚĭƌğƒğƷźƚƓ wĻƨǒĻƭƷ bğƷźƚƓğƌ 5ĻƓƷğƌ /ğƩĻ 5ğǤ ΛhĭƷƚĬĻƩ ЊЉͲ ЋЉЋЎΜ You don't often get email from rajdds@yahoo.com. Learn why this is important \[ External Email Alert\] **Please note that this message is from an external sender. If it appears to be sent from a Saint John employee, please forward the email to spamsample@saintjohn.ca or contact the IT Service Desk.** Dear City Clerk, On behalf of the National Dental Care Day Foundation, I respectfully request the Municipality to issue a Proclamation recognizing October 10, 2025 as National Dental Care Day. About the Organization: The National Dental Care Day Foundation is a Canada-based non-profit organization committed to improving access to oral healthcare for underserved communities. Since 2012, our grassroots movement has provided over $360,000 in free dental care to patients who face financial, employment, or insurance barriers. Our initiative has grown from one clinic in Brampton to a network of volunteers across the country. Civic Recognition: The work of the Foundation and its founder, Dr. Raj Khanuja, has been recognized through: The Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship (OMGC) The June Callwood Outstanding Volunteer Award The Canada 150 Medallion for Community Service Featured profile in RCDSO Connect "A Profession with Purpose" Additionally, the Cities of Brampton and Orangeville have officially proclaimed October 10 as National Dental Care Day. About the Event: National Dental Care Day is a public awareness campaign calling on dental professionals across Canada to open their clinics for one day of free care. The event focuses on restoring dignity and access by removing financial and eligibility barriers. Clinics provide one service cleaning, filling, or extraction to anyone in need. October 10 has been chosen as the annual day of action to symbolize compassion in every community. We believe that proclaiming October 10, 2025 as National Dental Care Day will encourage civic participation, highlight the importance of accessible healthcare, and celebrate Canadian values of kindness and service. Attached are the National Dental Care Day Foundation registration number and a template of the proclamation. Sincerely, Dr. Raj Khanuja National Dental Care Day Foundation 9980 Airport Road, Unit, Brampton, ON, L6S 0C5 647-244-2273 rajdds@yahoo.com www.nationaldentalcareday.ca National Dental Care Day - Free Dentistry Across Canada Join us in celebrating National Dental Care Day, providing free dental services to those in need across Canada. Frequently Asked Questions Is this a true free dental care day for residents of the Municipality? National Dental Care Day is a nationwide civic initiative. Participation is voluntary not every dental office participates but those who do are listed on our website: www.nationaldentalcareday.ca. Each participating dental clinic offers one free dental service per patient a cleaning, a filling, or an extraction to any individual in need, with no eligibility forms and no cost involved. How does this benefit residents of the Municipality? Residents will benefit as local clinics choose to participate. By issuing a proclamation, the Municipality helps bring awareness and credibility to this grassroots civic effort, which in turn encourages local dental providers to join the movement and open their doors on October 10. This has a direct, tangible impact on residents particularly uninsured, low-income, or newcomer populations who often face barriers to dental care. The applicant resides in Brampton how is this relevant to our community? While I reside in Brampton, National Dental Care Day is a Canada-wide initiative, and our foundation supports municipalities across the country equally. Proclamations from cities like yours play a key role in helping the movement grow locally. In many cases, clinics step forward after municipal support is made public, helping activate local participation directly benefiting your community. Proclamation National Dental Care Day (October 10, 2025) State the cause/issue/special occasion to be proclaimed: National Dental Care Day a coast-to-coast movement dedicated to providing free dental care to underserved Canadians each year on October 10. The initiative promotes dignity, health equity, and community compassion through accessible oral healthcare. WHEREAS: The National Dental Care Day Foundation is a volunteer-led initiative that has delivered over a decade of free dental services across Ontario. Its goal is to establish a unified national movementNational Dental Care Dayin which dentists from all backgrounds commit to one day of service annually, restoring dignity through smiles. WHEREAS: On October 10, participating dental clinics across Canada will open their doors to provide one free dental procedurecleaning, filling, or extractionto any patient in need, with no insurance or income documentation required. Clinics will also host oral health education, community outreach, and volunteer engagement activities to amplify the spirit of compassion and care. WHEREAS: This initiative will raise public awareness about the importance of oral health, reduce barriers to essential dental care, and inspire civic pride through volunteerismdemonstrating (Municipality name) commitment to advancing compassion, dignity, and healthcare equity for all. Sincerely, Dr. Raj Khanuja Founder, National Dental Care Day Foundation 647-244-2273 rajdds@yahoo.com www.nationaldentalcareday.ca June 26, 2025 To: The Mayor and Council: City of Saint John From:Stephen Tobias: Executive Director, The Saint John Theatre Company Inc. Re: SANCTUARY THEATRE REZONING Her WorshipDonna Reardon,Mayor of Saint John I recently heard the news that the Germain Street property that housed the Sanctuary Theatre has been re-zoned, allowing the site to be redevelopedinto housing. I have also notedthe vocal community objections to the Council approving the rezoning. I empathize with your position; as a property owner myself, I deeply respect and appreciate the rights of property owners to develop their properties as they see fit. I also recognize and support CCouncil must balance a broad range of priorities. I must say,however,that I was dismayed by this specificnews. My chief concern is for our cultural industries in Saint John,and that we will now lose another performing arts venue. Saint John is the third largest center of Anglophone population and culture east of Montreal. We have a growing, diverse, urbanpopulation which supports a broad range of cultural events, yet we lack sufficient professional facilities to showcase these events. Compared to other New Brunswick or Atlantic Canadian urban centers, our community lagsin cultural infrastructure. Simply put: the growth of our cultural offerings requires more venues. Since the founding of Saint John Theatre Company in 1990, we have witnessed a slow-motion decline theatre at UNB Saint Johnis now a lecture hall; the Mary Oland Theatre at the NB Museum is closed;and now Sanctuary Theatre has been re-zoned. Only two formal indoor venues remain in the city that are managed by cultural professionals with production capacity to support the artists who make use of them: the Imperial Theatre and the BMO Studio Theatre. The primary Saint John venue is, ofcourse,the 900-seat Imperial Theatre. This is an amazing road- th house style venue that SJTC has used since the Imperial opened in 1994. In 2026, we will produce our 100 major event in that venue, and know better than anyone the value of the venueto the community. The auditorium admirably showcases specific kinds of large-scale work. Smaller productions, however, cannot make appropriate use of its capacity. The other remaining formal venue is the BMO Studio with its flexible 100-seat capacity. The BMO Studio is extensively used for small-scale arts offerings that benefit from the intimacy of the venue, but it cannot feature a mid-sized event. Informal multi-purpose venues such as the Kent Theatre or the Saint John Arts Center are important spaces in the community, yet are seriously limited and unsuitable for most performing arts and cultural events. Local high school auditoriums arealsonot always suited for non-school theatre productions. More importantly, the schools needs and prioritiescommercial landlords for production companies.In spite of the limitations, the growing demand for SJTC/ARC programmingispushing SJTC to look at launching a new series using school theatres. In addition to the growth of our professional Atlantic Repertory Company(ARC), the lack of professionalized venues fuels our vision for creating the proposed 250-seat flexible performing arts space in the re-purposed Sydney Street Courthouse property. In our view, the size and technical capacity included are essential for the cultural growth and vibrancy of our community. As the home theatre for the Atlantic Repertory Company, our new stage will be defined by people creating culture, rather than as a roadhouse-style venue to showcase work from away. The Courthouse Stage will also create capacity to facilitate work by other leading NB performing arts organizations. On our new stage, they can share their work to maximum effect, in a well-equipped venuethatthey can fully utilize. All these reasons make us profoundly grateful that the City of Saint John has made such a generous financial commitment to the project. Now,we are engaging a range of possible new stakeholders whose support could be decisive, including major businesses, individuals, foundations, and possibly additional government sources. As a leading stakeholder in the success of the Courthouse Stage development, the City of Saint John can play an important role as we move forward into the next phase of the development. Endorsement from our civic leaders will carry tremendous weight and add momentum that is integral to successfully launching construction and completing the project. Atthis moment,we have three requests of Council: 1.Some potential new stakeholders may approach Council members seeking your insight about the value of the Courthouse project. It is our fervent hope that you will strongly underscore that cultural industries, spaces, and activity are among the highest priorities for Saint John, for economic, cultural and community benefit. 2.The SJTC has been in an ongoing dialogue about this project with the Province of New Brunswickfor many years. A clear message from the City of Saint John that this development is a cultural priority in the community would be extremely helpful. 3.Please take any opportunity to offer moral support in public or privately, whether through simple, the entire community. On behalf of the Saint John Theatre Company staff, board, artists, volunteers and audience, I want to thank you again for your significant investment in the Courthouse project. This supporthas already opened doors for us and generated valuable conversations. If you can continue to vocally endorse the project, you With appreciation, Stephen Tobias Executive Director The Saint John Theatre Company Inc. CC: SJTC Board of Directors ΐΐΑ 0±¨¢¤²² 3³±¤¤³ 3 ¨³ *®§ .¤¶ "±´²¶¨¢ª %Α, ΐ+Γ 4¤«¤¯§®¤Ȁ ΔΏΕȃΕΔΑȃΖΔΗΑ & ·Ȁ ΔΏΕȃΕΔΑȃΖΔΗΔ ¶¶¶ȁ² ¨³©®§³§¤ ³±¤¢®¬¯ ¸ȁ¢®¬ July 2, 2025 Via Electronic Mail Mayor Donna Noade Reardon & Members of Common Council 15 Market Square Saint John, N.B. E2L 4L1 Dear Mayor and Council: Re: Missing Sculpture and Maintenance Inquiry Sculpture Saint John I write as chair of the board of the New Brunswick International Sculpture Symposium Inc. (“NBISS”). On behalf of the entire board, we wish to thank the City of Saint John (the “City”) for its tremendous support of our events over the years. When the NBISS was established, its stated goal was to facilitate five international sculpture symposia (under the event name Sculpture Saint John) in the City, with a view to installing permanent works of sculptural art throughout communities in New Brunswick. We concluded our fifth and final symposium in 2022, having facilitated the creation and installation of 38 different pieces in this province. As our mandate has concluded, we are now in the process of winding up our organization. During the course of our five symposia, the City joined us as a community partner for a number of our events. Likewise, on other occasions, community groups partnered with NBISS to financially support new pieces that were ultimately installed in the City. In total, 12 permanent pieces are now located in Saint John. As the City would be aware, the NBISS structures these partnerships in such a manner that, following each event and the installation of the sculptures, the City agreed to be responsible for the maintenance of each piece. Before we wind up our organization, we write to request assistance from the City regarding three pieces. First, in 2018, NBISS installed the “Pod”, comprised of two pieces sculpted by Phil Savage, in Rainbow Park. We have recently observed that this piece is no longer in Rainbow Park, presumably because of construction activity with the welcome addition of a new school to this location. It is unclear to us from the publicly available plans for the school where the sculpture is to be situated. Can the City please confirm the piece is being safely stored and advise as to its plans for this piece? Second, in 2022, NBISS installed a sculpture by Wiktor Kopacz in Queen Square, specifically near the western side of the park near Charlotte Street. At the time of installation, we were aware that some bushes stood between the sculpture and the street but that the City was prepared to maintain that vegetation in a manner that the piece could still be viewed from Charlotte Street. Anecdotally, we have received very positive feedback from cruise ship passengers travelling on tours on Charlotte Street enjoying the piece. That said, we have recently observed that the vegetation in front of the sculpture is now quite overgrown and obstructing the view of this piece. Can the City please make arrangements to cut back the vegetation so the public can view the piece as intended? Third, in 2022, NBISS installed a sculpture by Pauls Jaunzems in Seaside Park. We have recently observed that the plaque identifying the artist beside the sculpture has been damaged. Can the City please confirm the plaque will be repaired and the piece secured? Again, the success of Sculpture Saint John would not have been possible without the generous support of the City of Saint John. We write to only raise these questions before winding up, such that the public art created during the course of our events can be enjoyed by Saint Johners for years to come. Thank you in advance for your attention and consideration. Yours very truly, Jon O’Kane cc: City Clerk (cityclerk@saintjohn.ca) Diana Alexander (diana.sculpturesj@gmail.com) M&C No.2025-1 76 Report DateJuly 02, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaPublic Works and Transportation Services SUBJECT: Agreement for Ashburn Lake Road Rail Crossing Upgrades EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN SESSION OF COUNCIL The Capital project currently underway to align Retail Drive with Ashburn Lake Road at Rothesay Avenue will result in many benefits to the community including safer travel by multiple modes of transportation. Envisioned as part of this larger project are safety upgrades to the nearby rail crossing on Ashburn Lake Road. A cost-sharing agreement with New Brunswick Southern Railway (NBSR) will result in the installation of gates to stop vehicles from entering onto the rail crossing when a train is approaching. Gates are also a key improvement needed to permit train whistles to be stopped. The functioning of the traffic lights of the adjacent single aligned intersection would be over-ridden when a train is approaching to allow vehicles to get off of the two sets of tracks at the crossing. The road surface at the crossing itself would be renewed. COUNCIL RESOLUTION That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement generally in the form attached to M&C 2025 –176 and any ancillary documentation required. M&C No.2025-172 Report DateJune 30, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaGeneral Counsel SUBJECT: Potential Acquisition of Crown Land off Ashburn Road EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN SESSION OF COUNCIL The Province of New Brunswick is considering declaring surplus a parcel of Crown land located off Ashburn Road(identified as PID 55003982), adjacent to Rockwood Park, with the intent of offering it to the City of Saint John at market value. This parcel includes a section of the Trans Canada Trail and presents an opportunity to expand Rockwood Park and enhance its recreational offerings. The proposed acquisition aligns with the City’s commitment to environmental stewardship. This recommendation will allow staff to proceedwith the next steps in the acquisition process, including obtaining a survey and appraisal. Final approval will be soughtfrom Councilonce all terms and conditions are confirmed with the Province. COUNCIL RESOLUTION That the City accept the terms and conditions outlined in the letter of intent from the Province of New Brunswick (Natural Resources) dated June 16, 2025 as presented to Committee of the Whole at its meeting held July 7, 2025, for the potential acquisitionof Crown Land identified as PID 55003982, located off Ashburn Road and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said letter of intent. M&C No.2025-178 Report DateJune 30, 2025 Meeting DateJuly 07, 2025 Service AreaGeneral Counsel SUBJECT: Amended and Restated Agreement of Purchase and Sale –Exhibition Association of the City and County of Saint John EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT FOR OPEN SESSION OF COUNCIL In support of the development of a new multipurpose recreational facility, staff are recommending that the City update the previously approved Agreement of Purchase and Sale with the Exhibition Association of the City and County of Saint John. The previously approved Agreement of Purchase and Salefacilitates the creation of a new public street that will improve access to the facility and aligns with Council’s broader vision for enhanced recreational infrastructure. The updated agreement includes administrative revisions such as a new closing date, updated property details, and clarifications regarding easements and underground infrastructure. These changes do not alterthecore termsof the original Agreement of Purchase and Sale approved in February 2025. The Exhibition Association remains committed to transferring the land to the City for a nominal fee, contingent on the City assuming responsibility for the new street and related infrastructure. This collaboration represents strong value for the City and supports a key community initiative. COUNCIL RESOLUTION That the City enter into the attached Amended and Restated Agreement of Purchase and Sale with the Exhibition Association of the City and County of Saint John in the form as presented to Committee of the Whole at its meeting held July 7, 2025, for the purpose of making minor amendments to the original Agreement of Purchase and Sale, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the said Amended and Restated Agreement of Purchase and Sale and any other documents necessary to facilitate the transaction.