Cutting development charges 50% to qualify for provincial DCRP funding

Whereas the Government for the Province of Ontario announced on 1 June 2026 the creation of a Development Charge Reduction Program (the "DCRP”). And whereas municipalities which have reduced their development charges which were in effect as of 30 March 2026 by 30-50% will be eligible to apply for funding under the DCRP and City Council desires the City to obtain its equitable share of such funding. And whereas City Council has elected, as a precondition of eligibility to apply for funding from the DCRP, to reduce the City's development charges by 50% (inclusive of any area-specific development charges), which were in effect as of 30 March 2026, for all new residential development for the next 3-years. And whereas the DCRP has been designed to provide up to $8.8 billion in federal and provincial capital funding to enable Ontario municipalities to unlock more housing supply by providing partial relief to their builder community from development charges for 3 years; and prioritizing investments in housing- enabling infrastructure over 3 years. And whereas the DCRP requires a project which has benefitted from the said DC Rate reduction to start no later than 31 July 2030 and be completed no later than 2035. Now therefore be it resolved that: 1. The Corporation of the City of Peterborough will reduce its development charge rates, inclusive of any area-specific development charges, (the “DC Rate”), in effect on 30 March 2026, by 50% as of 30 June 2026 and to maintain that reduction on all new residential development types (the “DC Rate Reduction”) until a date which is 3-years plus a day after the City amends its current development charge by-laws to align with the DCRP Program’s objectives; 2. Staff are directed to apply the DC Rate Reduction to all new residential development types when the DC Rate Reduction is in effect; 3. The City Treasurer and the Commissioner of Infrastructure Planning and Growth Management, in consultation with each other, are authorized and directed to do such things as necessary to submit an application under the DCRP Program on or before the 19 June 2026 deadline; 4. The City Treasurer and the Commissioner of Infrastructure Planning and Growth Management are authorized and directed to determine which housing- enabling infrastructure projects will best support the creation of new housing and thus be prioritized and to report back to Council on the projects selected for inclusion in the application, and the rationale for their prioritization, at the first regular meeting of Council following submission of the application. 5. The City Treasurer is authorized and directed to amend the applicable by-laws to align with the DCRP’s objectives and thereafter to submit such amending by- laws to Council for approval and to the City Clerk and Mayor for signing. 6. If the City is selected to receive funding under the DCRP, then the City’s Chief Administrative Officer and City Clerk are authorized and directed to do such things, including but not limited to executing agreements with the Province of Ontario, as are necessary to secure DCRP funding. 7. That staff be directed to report back to Council no later than 30 September 2026 with an update on the status of the City’s application under the DCRP and the implementation of the DC Rate Reduction.

City Council Meeting

Whereas the Government for the Province of Ontario announced on 1 June 2026 the creation of a Development Charge Reduction Program (the "DCRP”). And whereas municipalities which have reduced their dev

Intergovernmental Relations

Development Charges

Housing & Homelessness

Pre-committing funds for a six-month Winter Shelter Response Plan

That Council pre-commit the necessary funds to run the Winter Shelter Response Plan for a period of six months.

Budget & Finance

Piloting surveillance cameras at selected parks and public spaces

d) That Staff implement a targeted surveillance camera pilot at selected parks and public space locations

Parks & Recreation

Police & Emergency Services

Approve Armour Road corridor safety improvements

That the General Committee approve the recommendations outlined in Report IPGENG26-014, dated May 25, 2026, of the Commissioner of Infrastructure, Planning and Growth Management as follows: a) That the 7 Short-Term Objectives outlined in report IPGENG26-014 be approved and that staff be directed to proceed with implementation of these 7 Short-Term Objectives in 2026; b) That funds in the amount of $250,000 be pre-committed to the Capital Project for Armour Road Corridor Improvements in 2027 (budget 26-034) to implement the Medium-Term Objective outlined in report IPGENG26-014; and c) That By-laws be passed to amend the appropriate Schedules and Articles of By- law 23-075 (Speed), By-law 09-136 (Parking), and By-law 13-098 (Community Safety Zone) to authorize the implementation of the Short-Term and Medium-Term Objectives as outlined in recommendations a) and b).

General Committee

That the General Committee approve the recommendations outlined in Report IPGENG26-014, dated May 25, 2026, of the Commissioner of Infrastructure, Planning and Growth Management as follows: a) That th

Parking

Zoning & Planning

Roads & Infrastructure

Committing one-third of the cost, about $57M, to the Events Centre

a) That Council commit 1/3 of the cost, approximately $57M, towards the Events Centre project;

Extend Selwyn Township transit pilot 13 months

That Council approve the recommendation outlined in Report MOTR26-001 dated April 13, 2026 of the Commissioner Municipal Operations as follows: That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute documents between the City and Selwyn Township for the continued operation of the pilot transit service within Selwyn Township for an additional thirteen months, expiring April 30, 2027, on terms acceptable to the said Commissioner and in forms acceptable to the City Solicitor.

That Council approve the recommendation outlined in Report MOTR26-001 dated April 13, 2026 of the Commissioner Municipal Operations as follows: That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute docume

Transit & Active Transportation

Support Peterborough as ALTO high-speed rail station stop

WHEREAS the Government of Canada has announced the development of the ALTO High-Speed Rail Project, a transformative national infrastructure initiative designed to connect major population and economic centres within the Toronto to Quebec City corridor; AND WHEREAS the City of Peterborough is strategically positioned within eastern Ontario and the Greater Toronto economic region, making it a natural and viable location for a station stop that would serve a rapidly growing population across Peterborough, the Kawarthas, and surrounding communities; AND WHEREAS the inclusion of a high-speed rail station in Peterborough would significantly strengthen regional economic development, workforce mobility, tourism, and business investment, while enhancing access to national markets and employment opportunities; AND WHEREAS improved intercity transportation infrastructure aligns with the City’s goals of sustainable growth, reduced congestion, climate-conscious mobility, and increased housing affordability through better regional connectivity; AND WHEREAS high-speed rail stations in comparable jurisdictions have proven to act as major economic catalysts, attracting private investment, supporting downtown revitalization, and strengthening regional competitiveness; AND WHEREAS the Peterborough region represents a strong opportunity to serve a broad catchment area across eastern Ontario, reducing travel pressure on the Greater Toronto Area while supporting balanced regional development; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Peterborough formally expresses its full support for the inclusion of Peterborough as a designated station stop within the planning and development of the ALTO High-Speed Rail Project; AND THAT Council urge the Government of Canada and project proponents to recognize the strategic economic, geographic, and regional mobility advantages of establishing a high-speed rail stop serving the Peterborough region; AND THAT the City of Peterborough reaffirms its commitment to working collaboratively with federal and provincial partners to ensure this once in a generation infrastructure project delivers lasting economic opportunity, sustainable mobility, and regional prosperity for the people of Peterborough and surrounding communities AND THAT the City of Peterborough actively engage, collaborate and work with federal,  provincial partners, and all other stakeholders to advance the case for Peterborough as a critical node within the national high-speed rail network; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be circulated to: The Government of Canada, The Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport, Martin Imbleau, President and CEO, Alto, The Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Local Members of Parliament and Members of Provincial Parliament representing the Peterborough Region, Municipalities across the Kawartha Region and Eastern Ontario, Regional Economic Development and transportation partners.

WHEREAS the Government of Canada has announced the development of the ALTO High-Speed Rail Project, a transformative national infrastructure initiative designed to connect major population and economi

Economic Development

Approve Clonsilla Area Transportation Study Class EA process

a) That the presentation of Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited on the matter of the Clonsilla Area Transportation Study be received; and b) That staff proceed with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) process for the Clonsilla Area Transportation Study, in accordance with the approved Study Design Report. c) That the extension to Medical Drive, accommodating vehicular traffic through the Kinsmen, not be considered by staff.

a) That the presentation of Paradigm Transportation Solutions Limited on the matter of the Clonsilla Area Transportation Study be received; and b) That staff proceed with the Municipal Class Environme

Expediting lower-cost safety measures from the Transportation Master Plan

c) That staff expedite specific measures based on the TMP, to address community safety needs with lower cost safety-oriented solutions.

Directing staff to provide Right to Heal a $150,000 grant for affordable housing planning

That staff be directed to: 1. Provide a one-time grant of one hundred and fifty thousand dollars to Right to Heal, funded from the City/County Housing Reserve, to be used towards the planning of their affordable housing project located at 271 Brock Street; 2. To work with Right to Heal (Redpath) and Peggy Shaughnessy to identify and pursue options for municipal, federal and provincial capital grant funding to support Redpath’s long-term operations and facility for the 2027 Budget process. 3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign all agreements and documents necessary to facilitate this funding with terms and conditions approved by the Commissioner of Community Services and in forms agreeable to the City Solicitor.

That staff be directed to: 1. Provide a one-time grant of one hundred and fifty thousand dollars to Right to Heal, funded from the City/County Housing Reserve, to be used towards the planning of their

Passing a Procedure By-law with an amended Land Acknowledgement recognizing Williams Treaties First Nations

That Council pass a Procedure By-law in the form attached to Report LSCLK26- 007 as appendix B, amended as follows: a) That the Land Acknowledgement in section 23 a) read as follows: We acknowledge that we gather on the traditional and treaty territories of the Williams Treaties First Nations, including the Anishinaabeg peoples of Hiawatha, Curve Lake, Alderville, Beausoleil, Georgina Island, Rama, and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. For generations, the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg have cared for these lands and waters, guided by knowledge, ceremony, and responsibility. We recognize the ongoing impacts of these treaties, the injustices that occurred, and the enduring strength and resurgence of Indigenous communities. As we live and work here, we commit to reflection, respect, and meaningful action in the spirit of reconciliation. b) That Members be permitted to ask two questions of delegations, specifically related to the content of the delegation (section 36). c) That section 33.b) be amended to read "the number of Delegations for an item on the Agenda will exceed four (4)."

That Council pass a Procedure By-law in the form attached to Report LSCLK26- 007 as appendix B, amended as follows: a) That the Land Acknowledgement in section 23 a) read as follows: We acknowledge th

Indigenous Relations

Governance & Procedure

Adopting the 2026 budget

That the following recommendations be approved: a) That the 2026 Draft Budget, and all estimated revenues and expenditures, fees, contributions to reserve and reserve funds, and proposed staffing levels referenced in the documents be adopted. b) That the user fees and charges as set out in the Budget Book be adopted as part of 2026 Budget process. c) That any unused CAO Administration Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Organizational Development Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position. (Page 33) d) That in consideration of the Police Stations Renovation and Expansion project, #20-109, the 2028 budget of $25.4 million be pre-committed with approval of the 2026 budget. (page 51) f) That any unused Information Technology budget, at the end of 2026, be transferred to the Information Technology (IT) Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if actual costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the IT Reserve. (Page 62) g) That the 2025 pre-approved budget for the Elections Software & IT Requirements project, # 25-076, be amended by swapping Reserve funds by removing the $325,000 transfer from the Elections Reserve and replacing with a $325,000 transfer from the Capital Levy Reserve. (page 65) h) That any 2026 Engineering Overhead surplus be transferred to the Engineering Design and Inspection Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that if actual Engineering costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Engineering Design and Inspection Reserve. (Page 89) i) That any unused Traffic Signal Maintenance Budget at the end of 2026, be transferred to the Traffic Signal Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that if the actual Traffic Signal Maintenance costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Traffic Signal Reserve. (Page 89) j) That the 2027 Budget of $2.9 million for the Lansdowne Street West – Spillsbury Drive to Clonsilla Avenue project, #16-061, be pre-committed with approval of the 2026 budget. (Page 95) k) That the 2026 Budget pre-commitment of $1,993,500 for the Towerhill Road and Fairbairn Street Intersection project, #26-066, be deferred for 1 year and pre- committed against the 2027 Capital budget. (Page 95) l) That the 2026 Budget pre-commitment of $2.66 million for the Otonabee River Trail – Del Crary Park to Little Lake Cemetery project, #12811, be deferred for 1 year and pre-committed against the 2027 Capital budget. (Page 105) m) That any unused Parking Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Parking Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if the actual Parking costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Parking Reserve. (Page 113) n) That any unused Physician recruitment budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Physician Recruitment Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position. (Page 136) o) That the 2027 budget of $300,000 for the Carnegie West Growth Area – Planning Studies project, #12844, be pre-committed for the 2027 budget with the approval of the 2026 budget of the project. (Page 147) p) That the 2027 budget of $407,081 for the Chemong West Growth Area – Planning Studies project, #23-031, be pre-committed for the 2027 budget with the approval of the 2026 budget of the project. (Page 147) q) That the 2027 budget of $375,000 for the Coldsprings Growth Area – Planning Studies project, #17-053, be pre-committed for the 2027 budget with the approval of the 2026 budget of the project. (Page 147) r) That any unused Winter Control Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Winter Control Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position, and that if actual Winter Control costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Winter Control Reserve. (Page 162) s) That the water rate increase of 3.5% included in the 2026 Operating and Capital budget be approved. (Page 188) t) That any surplus in Water Services at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Water Treatment Plant reserve, subject to the overall year-end position, and that if actual Water Services costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Water Treatment Plant Reserve. (Page 188) u) That any excess Airport development review fees at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Airport Development Review Reserve for future Airport Development related expenditures and that, if the 2026 Airport development review costs exceed the review fees, funds may be drawn from the Airport Development Review Reserve. (Page 195) v) That any surplus funds at the end of 2026 for Market Hall be transferred to the Market Hall Capital Reserve for unanticipated maintenance expenses or small capital improvements. (Page 205) w) That any unused Community Development Program net budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Social Services Community Social Plan Joint Reserve for future program development, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if actual Community Development Program costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Reserve. (Page 205) x) That any surplus funds at the end of 2026 for the Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services division be transferred to the General Recreation Reserve, subject to the overall year end position and that, if actual Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Reserve. (Page 210) y) That if actual Riverview Park & Zoo costs exceed the 2026 Budget, costs be funded from the Water Treatment Plant Reserve, subject to the year-end position. (Page 210) z) That any remaining unused Children’s Services net budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Early Learning Child Development Reserve, subject to the overall year end position and that, if actual Children’s Services costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Reserve. (Page 242) aa) That any remaining unused Social Assistance net budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the General Assistance Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if actual Social Assistance costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Reserve. (Page 242) bb) That any surplus in the Housing Operating Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Housing Reserve, subject to the overall year end position and that, if actual Housing costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Housing Reserve. (Page 242) cc) That any surplus in the Housing Choice Rent Supplement Program at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Housing Choice Rent Supplement Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if actual Rent Supplement costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Rent Supplement Reserve. (Page 242) dd) That any unused Homelessness net budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the General Assistance Reserve, to be used for future investment in homelessness prevention programs, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if actual Homelessness costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Reserve. (Page 242) ee) That any adjustment to the City’s 2026 requirement for the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), be netted against the City’s 2026 General Contingency provision. (Page 253) ff) That any unused portion of the 2026 tax write off account balance that may exist at year-end be transferred to the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Reserve, subject to overall year-end position and that, if actual tax write-off costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Reserve. (Page 253) gg) That any unused Employee Benefits Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Employee Benefits Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position, and that, if actual employee benefits exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the Employee Benefits Reserve. (Page 256) hh) That any unused Insurance Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Insurance Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that. (Page 256) ii) That any adjustment to the City’s 2026 requirement for the Insurance Budget, be netted against the City’s Insurance Reserve (Page 256) jj) That any unused 2026 Contingency Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the Capital Levy Reserve to be used for Capital works subject to the overall 2026 year-end position. (Page 256) kk) That any adjustments to the City’s portion of Fairhaven’s 2026 Budget be netted against the City’s 2026 General Contingency provision. (Page 265) ll) That any unused Peterborough County/City Paramedics Services (PCCP) Budget at the end of 2026 be transferred to the PCCP Reserve, subject to the overall year-end position and that, if the actual PCCP costs exceed the 2026 Budget, funds may be drawn from the PCCP Reserve. (Page 266) mm) That any adjustments to the City’s portion of ORCA’s 2026 Budget be netted against the City’s 2026 General Contingency provision. (Page 267) nn) That any adjustments to the City’s portion of Lakelands Public Health’s 2026 Budget be netted against the City’s 2026 General Contingency provision. (page 268) oo) That the 2026 budget request, representing the levy required by the Downtown Business Improvement Area of the Corporation of the City of Peterborough during the year 2026 totalling $362,045, be approved. (Page 273) pp) That the 2026 budget for the Village Business Improvement Area of the Corporation of the City of Peterborough during the year 2026 totalling $19,200, be approved. (Page 274) qq) That any excess Casino Gaming revenues at the end of 2026, that exceed the capital funding requirements to be funded from the Casino Gaming Reserve: i. remain in the reserve, to a maximum of $1.0 million, to be used to finance in- year Capital requirements or as otherwise directed by Council and that ii. amounts beyond the $1.0 million will be used for Capital works in the 2026 Capital Budget. (Page 276) rr) That any net surplus funds, after the disposition of the recommendations in this report, from 2026 operations in excess of $100,000 be transferred to the Capital Levy Reserve to be used for Capital works. (Page 277) ss) That a by-law be passed to establish the 2026 tax ratios for each property class as set out in the 2026 Operating Budget. (Page 282) tt) That the 2026 tax rate for farmland awaiting development subclasses be 75% of the residential rate. (Page 282)

That the following recommendations be approved: a) That the 2026 Draft Budget, and all estimated revenues and expenditures, fees, contributions to reserve and reserve funds, and proposed staffing leve

Approving the Transit Garage Replacement project budget

That the budget for the Transit Garage Replacement project on page 49 be approved.

Directing the Police Service Board to cut its 2026 increase to 7%

That City Council direct the Police Service Board to revise its 2026 budget submission to Council by reducing the proposed increase from 9.92% to 7%, and that the revised submission be returned to Council for consideration within the statutory timelines.

That City Council direct the Police Service Board to revise its 2026 budget submission to Council by reducing the proposed increase from 9.92% to 7%, and that the revised submission be returned to Cou

Assuming a power from the Downtown BIA Board of Management

That By-law 25-126 be approved.

Whether to select Monaghan Road and Lansdowne Street as the preferred crossing for the Crawford Trail Extension

That a preferred option for a pedestrian crossing involving the Crawford Trail Extension Project – Monaghan Road to Townsend, Ref. # 19-083 (page 102), be at the signalized intersection of Monaghan Road and Lansdowne Street.

That a preferred option for a pedestrian crossing involving the Crawford Trail Extension Project – Monaghan Road to Townsend, Ref. # 19-083 (page 102), be at the signalized intersection of Monaghan Ro

Selecting 182 Townsend Street as the preferred site for a future Multi Use Sport and Event Centre

That Council approve the recommendations outlined in Report CSD25-008, dated August 25, 2025 of the Commissioner of Community Services as follows: a) That the presentation from Sierra Planning and Management be received for information; b) That Council approve the use of the property located at 182 Townsend Street as the preferred location of a future Multi Use Sport and Event Centre; c) That Council direct staff to undertake a multi-phased RFQ and RFP process as described in this report to facilitate the next step in this process; and d) That the RFQ include not only 182 Townsend Street but also; i. the portion of the Townsend Street right of way between Aylmer and George Streets, ii. municipally owned properties on Wolfe Street; and iii. the existing Memorial Centre property east of Roger Neilson Way as described further in the report.

That Council approve the recommendations outlined in Report CSD25-008, dated August 25, 2025 of the Commissioner of Community Services as follows: a) That the presentation from Sierra Planning and Man

Approving updated program area requirements for a major facility project and directing cost mitigation

That Council approve the recommendations outlined in Report FCSFPM25-028, dated August 25, 2025, of the Commissioner, Finance and Corporate Support Services as follows: a) That a presentation by the Prime Consultants Shoalts and Zaback Architects Ltd. (SZA) be received for information; b) That the updated program area requirements be approved in principle to allow the project to advance; and, c) That staff continue to mitigate the project costs through construction documentation and sequential tendering process, and report back to Council with a budget update when cost certainty is validated.

That Council approve the recommendations outlined in Report FCSFPM25-028, dated August 25, 2025, of the Commissioner, Finance and Corporate Support Services as follows: a) That a presentation by the P

Referring the police facility report back for compliance and cost analysis

Be it resolved that Report FCSFPM25-028 be referred back to staff, and that Recommendations (b) and (c) not be approved at this time; and that staff report back with: 1. A detailed compliance matrix mapping the specific requirements of the Community Safety and Policing Act, the Ontario Building Code, and any other applicable standards to each facility element and its associated square footage, clearly identifying which elements are mandated and which are discretionary; and 2. A Class C (or better) estimate and life-cycle analysis for two options: (i) 95,000 sq ft (2019 program right-sized for mandates), (ii) 110,000 sq ft, each with risk/contingency; 3. A budget showing only police facility costs, excluding Civic Administration or future development, with a defined funding plan and budget cap; 4. Written confirmation that no decision to relocate City Hall or Civic Administration functions to 1421 Lansdowne Street is included in this item, and that any such proposal will require a separate report, costing, public engagement, and Council decision.

Be it resolved that Report FCSFPM25-028 be referred back to staff, and that Recommendations (b) and (c) not be approved at this time; and that staff report back with: 1. A detailed compliance matrix m

Expediting an Official Plan Amendment to remove building height restrictions and angular plane requirements

That staff be directed to proceed with Option 2: Immediate Official Plan Amendment, as described in Report IPGPL25-018, which would expedite an Official Plan Amendment to remove building height restrictions and angular plane requirements without a respective implementing by-law.

That staff be directed to proceed with Option 2: Immediate Official Plan Amendment, as described in Report IPGPL25-018, which would expedite an Official Plan Amendment to remove building height restri

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