Budget Committee

Meeting #:

Date:

Wednesday, October 04, 2023

Time:

1:30 P.m. - 4:30 P.m.

Location:

Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 2nd Floor

300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3C1

and Online Video Conference

Members

• Mayor Bonnie Crombie, Chair
• Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
• Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Ward 2
• Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
• Councillor John Kovac, Ward 4
• Councillor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
• Councillor Joe Horneck, Ward 6
• Councillor Dipika Damerla , Ward 7
• Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
• Councillor Martin Reid, Ward 9
• Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
• Councillor Brad Butt, Ward 11

Staff Present

Paul Mitcham, City Manager and CAO

Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer

Jeff Jackson, Director of Finance and Treasurer

Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building

Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services

Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk

Sacha Smith, Manager of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk

Dayna Obaseki, Legislative Coordinator

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Crombie, Chair, called the meeting to order at 2:45 PM.

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND STATEMENT

“We acknowledge the lands which constitute the present-day City of Mississauga as being part of the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, The Haudenosaunee Confederacy the Huron-Wendat and Wyandotte Nations. We recognize these peoples and their ancestors as peoples who inhabited these lands since time immemorial. The City of Mississauga is home to many global Indigenous Peoples.

As a municipality, the City of Mississauga is actively working towards reconciliation by confronting our past and our present, providing space for Indigenous peoples within their territory, to recognize and uphold their Treaty Rights and to support Indigenous Peoples. We formally recognize the Anishinaabe origins of our name and continue to make Mississauga a safe space for all Indigenous peoples.”

Mayor Crombie, Chair recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Approved (Councillor C. Fonseca)

4.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil

5.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil

6.

DEPUTATIONS

Any member of the public interested in making a deputation to an item listed on the agenda must register by calling 905-615-3200 ext. 4915 or by emailing  by Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 9:00AM.

Each Deputation to Committee is limited to speaking not more than 10 minutes.

Pursuant to Section 57.1 of the Council Procedure By-law 0044-2022, as amended:

Deputations shall be received and the matter shall be referred to staff for a report, unless there is a resolution or recommendation passed to “receive” the Deputation. After a Deputation is completed, Members shall each have one opportunity to make a preamble statement and ask questions to the Deputant(s) or staff for clarification purposes only, and without debate.

6.1

Marisa Chiu, Director, Finance & Treasurer regarding an Update on 2024 Budget Timelines

M. Chiu spoke to the impact of strong mayors power legislation on the budget, revised 2024 budget timelines, and budget consultation dates. Committee members enquired further about the strong mayors power and the impact on timelines and voting. Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor and Director of Legal Services responded to questions.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0027-2023
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Marisa Chiu, Director, Finance & Treasurer regarding an Update on 2024 Budget Timelines be received.

  Received

7.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit

Public Comments: Advance registration is required to participate and/or to make comments in the public meeting. Any member of the public interested in speaking to an item listed on the agenda must register by calling 905-615-3200 ext. 4915 or by emailing  by Tuesday, October 3, 2023 before 9:00AM.

Pursuant to Section 68 of the Council Procedure By-law 0044-2022, as amended:

Budget Committee may grant permission to a member of the public to ask a question of Budget Committee, with the following provisions:

1. Questions may be submitted to the Clerk at least 24 hours prior to the meeting;
2. A person is limited to two (2) questions and must pertain specific item on the current agenda and the speaker will state which item the question is related to;
3. The total speaking time shall be five (5) minutes maximum, per speaker, unless extended by the Mayor or Chair; and
4. Any response not provided at the meeting will be provided in the format of a written response.

Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services and City Clerk read the following questions on behalf of Jonathan Giggs, Resident:

1. Will a Mississauga resident being able to book a foursome with the 5% discount even if some of the golfers in the group do not reside in Mississauga?  Will individual greens fee be determined at the course?
2. What is the policy if a foursome is booked and only two golfers arrive, effectively blocking others from access to the tee and denying revenue to the City?  Will the golfers be fully charged for the foursome?

Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services responded to questions and advised that residents would receive the 5% discount and non-residents would not. J. Robillos further advised that there wasn't a concern with people not showing up for their tee times and that individuals on standby would fill any empty spots. 

8.

CONSENT AGENDA

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0028-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko

  That the following items were approved on the consent agenda: 

  • 9.3 - 2024 Road Occupancy, Lot Grading and Municipal Services Protection Deposits Update
  • 9.5 - 2024 Recreation & Culture Program Fees and Rental Rates - Golf
  • 9.6 - 2024 Parks, Forestry & Environment Fees and Charges
  • 9.7 - 2024 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges
  • 9.8 - 2024 Library Fees and Charges

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED

9.1

MiWay Fare Strategy - 2024

Committee members engaged in discussion and enquired about fare box percentages, GTHA fare rate comparisons, Sauga Summer Pass, and bus wraps. Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services and Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works responded to questions. J. Robillos advised that staff would report back on the Sauga Summer Pass. G. Wright advised that an update on the fare pilot program would be brought back.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0029-2023
  Moved By Councillor M. Reid
  1. That the MiWay fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated September 05, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled "MiWay Fare Strategy – 2024” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0244-2022, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  3. That a consolidated fees and charges By-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will incorporate the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish new, revised, and existing MiWay fees and charges, effective for the Transportation and Works Department as outlined in the Corporate Report dated September 05, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled, "MiWay Fare Strategy – 2024".

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.2

2024 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges

Councillor C. Parrish enquired about the fees and charges increases that were greater than 3%. Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works responded and advised that it was usually due to cost recovery. 

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0030-2023
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish
  1. That the Transportation and Works Department fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1, Appendix 2 and Appendix 3, attached to the Corporate Report dated September 18, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled "2024 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges" be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0244-2022, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  3. That a new consolidated user fees and charges by-law effective January 1, 2024, which will incorporate the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish new, revised, and existing fees and charges for the Transportation and Works Department as outlined in the Corporate Report dated September 18, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled, "2024 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges."

   

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.3

2024 Road Occupancy, Lot Grading and Municipal Services Protection Deposits Update

(CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0031-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That a by-law be enacted to amend Schedule “A” of Lot Grading and Municipal Services Protection Deposit By-law 0223-2020, effective January 1, 2024, to effect housekeeping measures and general amendments as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated September 18 , 2023 and entitled “2024 Road Occupancy, Lot Grading and Municipal Services Protection Deposits Update".
  2. That a by-law be enacted to amend Schedule “A” of the Road Occupancy Permit By-law 0224-2020, effective January 1, 2024, to effect housekeeping measures and general amendments as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated September 18, 2023 and entitled “2024 Road Occupancy, Lot Grading and Municipal Services Protection Deposits Update".

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.4

2024 Recreation & Culture Program Fees and Rental Rates

Committee members engaged in discussion and enquired about the Sauga Summer Pass, room rentals, Small Arms Inspection Building, and Living Arts Centre box office fees. Kristina Zietsma, Director, Recreation responded to questions and advised that staff would report back regarding the Sauga Summer Pass.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0032-2023
  Moved By Councillor A. Tedjo
  1. That the Recreation rental rates incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Meeting Rooms, Food Services and Banquets, Garry W. Morden Training Centre, Pools, Central Library, sundries and minor centres, effective January 1, 2024 through to December 31, 2024 (as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates”) be approved.
  2. That the Recreation rental rates incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Arenas, Gyms and Indoor Artificial Turf, effective May 1, 2024 through to April 30, 2025 (as outlined in Appendix 3 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates”) be approved.
  3. That the Recreation program fees incorporating new revised and existing charges for Recreation Programs, effective the start date of spring 2024 recreation program through to the end date of winter session 2025 (as outlined in Appendix 5 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates”) be approved.
  4. That the Culture program fees incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Culture programs, effective January 1, 2024 through to December 31, 2024, with the exception of general programs and camp fees, effective the start date of spring 2024 programs through to the end date of winter session 2025 (as outlined in Appendix 8 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Programs Fees and Rentals Rates”) be approved.
  5. That the Culture Education program fees incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Culture School Education programs, effective September 1, 2024 through to August 31, 2025 (as outlined in Appendix 10 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates”) be approved.
  6. That the Culture Rental Rates incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Culture Rental Rates and services, effective January 1, 2024 through to December 31, 2024 (as outlined in Appendix 12 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates”) be approved.
  7. That User Fees and Chagres by-law 0244-2022, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  8. That a new consolidated user fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will include the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish the new, revised, and existing Recreation program fees and rental rates, as outlined in the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Recreation and Culture Programs fees and Rental Rates.”
  9. That the program fees and rental rates currently listed in Schedule “E-2” (Recreation Rental Rates – Arenas, Gyms and Indoor Artificial Turf); Schedule “E-3” (Recreation Program Fees and Charges); Schedule “F-2” (Culture Program Fees and Charges) of User Fees and Charges by-law 0244-2022, which are applicable to April 30, 2024 or the end date of the winter 2024 session, be incorporated to the new consolidated fees and charges by-law.
  10. That the Culture education program fees currently listed in Schedule “F-3” of User Fees and Charges by-law 2044-2022, which are applicable until the end of August 31, 2024 be added to the new consolidated fees and charges by-law.
  11. That the Culture rental rates and service fees currently listed under Resident Artist Fees in Schedule “F-1” of User fees and Charges by-law 0244-2022, as amended, be added to the new consolidated fees and charges by-law.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.5

2024 Recreation & Culture Program Fees and Rental Rates - Golf

(CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0033-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko

  That the corporate report dated August 14, 2023 entitled “2024 Recreation & Culture Program Fees and Rental Rates – Golf” from the Commissioner of Community Services be received for information.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.6

2024 Parks, Forestry & Environment Fees and Charges

(CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0034-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That the Parks, Forestry & Environment fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1, Appendix 2, and Appendix 3 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 8, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Parks, Forestry and Environment Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0244-2022, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  3. That a new consolidated user fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will include the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish the new, revised, and existing fees and charges for the Parks, Forestry and Environment division as outlined in Appendix 1, Appendix 2 and Appendix 3 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 8, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled, 2024 Parks, Forestry and Environment Fees and Charges”.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.7

2024 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges

(CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0035-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That the Fire & Emergency Services fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 10, 2023 from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer entitled “2024 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-Law 0244-2022, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  3. That a new consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will incorporate the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish, revised and existing fees and charges for Fire & Emergency Services as outlined in the Corporate Report dated August 10, 2023 from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer entitled “2024 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges”.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.8

2024 Library Fees and Charges

(CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0036-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That the Library Fees and Charges incorporating new, revised and existing Library fees as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2024 Library Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0247-2021, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  3. That a consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will incorporate the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish the new, revised, and existing Library fees and charges as outlined in the Corporate Report dated August 14, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled, “2024 Library Fees and Charges”.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.9

2024 Planning Act Processing Fees and Charges

Councillor J. Horneck enquired if further fees and charges would need to be approved if Council approved the Zoning By-law amendment to allow triplexes and fourplexes. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Building responded and advised that a revised set of fees and charges would be brought back once the work was completed on Bill 109 and 23.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0037-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  1. That the Planning Act processing fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 31, 2023 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building entitled "2024 Planning Processing Fees and Charges" be approved.
  2. That a consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will incorporate the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish new, revised, and existing fees and charges for the Planning and Building Department, Corporate Services Department, and Transportation and Works Department as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 31, 2023 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building entitled, "2024 Planning Processing Fees and Charges".

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.10

2024 General Fees and Charges

Committee members engaged in discussion and enquired about encroachment agreements, and fees for surrendering a pet. Raj Sheth, Commissioner, Corporate Services responded to questions.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0038-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  1. That the General Fees and Charges outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 31, 2023 entitled “2024 General Fees and Charges” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer be approved.
  2. That User Fees & Charges By-Law 0244-2022 be amended to include the new POS Service Fee effective October 11, 2023 under the Legislative Services Section.
  3. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0244-2022, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2023.
  4. That a consolidated fee and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2024, which will incorporate the approved fess and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish new, revised and existing fees and charges for the 2024 General Fees and Charges.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.11

Paid Parking Fees and Additional Paid Parking Locations

Committee members engaged in discussion and enquired about the replacement parking application, the increase in fees, challenges with pay and display, length of parking time allowed, the expansion of parking in parks, and parking fees at Living Arts Centre.

Councillor J. Horneck requested that The Riverwood Conservancy be included in the expansion of the parking in parks discussion.

Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works and Jamie Brown, Manager, Municipal Parking responded to questions and spoke to the procurement process for the parking application and advised that staff would follow up with more detailed timing of the application launch. 

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0039-2023
  Moved By Councillor A. Tedjo
  1. That the Traffic By-law 0555-2000, be amended in accordance with the corporate report entitled “Paid Parking Fees and Additional Paid Parking Locations” from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and dated September 12, 2023, as follows:
     1. To increase existing on-street paid parking fees by $1.00 per hour, as outlined in Appendix 1;
     2. To increase existing off-street paid parking fees by $1.00 per hour, as outlined in Appendix 2;
     3. To implement paid parking at additional off-street parking lots, as outlined in Appendix 2; and
     4. To implement paid parking at additional on-street paid parking locations, as outlined in Appendix 3.
  2. That staff be authorized to enter into discussions with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority and the Region of Peel to seek approval to implement paid parking at the parks outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated September 12, 2023, and entitled “Paid Parking Fees and Additional Paid Parking Locations”.
  3. That the 2024 Business Plan & Budget incorporate funding for operating cost budget of $188,000.
  4. That 2024 Business Plan & Budget incorporate a new 2024 capital project PN# 24057 “Paid Parking Fees and Additional Paid Parking Locations” with a gross budget and net budget of $250,000 and that funding be allocated from Parking Meter revenues Reserve Fund Account #35519.
  5. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.12

Support for City Councillor Offices

Committee members engaged in discussion and expressed concerns regarding the increased workload in the Councillors Offices and the need for more support. Committee members also noted concerns with approving an increased support budget for Councillor Offices before the Region of Peel transition was completed. Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO responded to questions.

Councillor D. Damerla departed at 4:45 PM.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0040-2023
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the corporate report dated September 20, 2023 entitled “Support for City Councillor Offices” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer be received for information.

  YES (11)	Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor D. Damerla

  Carried (11 to 0)

9.13

Municipal Accommodation Tax Rate Change

Councillor B. Butt expressed concerns with no consultation of the Tourism Mississauga Board before coming forward to Budget Committee. Marisa Chiu, Director, Finance and Treasurer and Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO responded. Councillor C. Parrish requested the report be deferred to allow for consultation with the Tourism Mississauga Board.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0041-2023
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the corporate report dated September 6, 2023 entitled “Municipal Accommodation Tax Rate Change” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer be deferred.

  YES (11)	Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor D. Damerla

  Carried (11 to 0)

10.

CLOSED SESSION - Nil

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0000-2023

  Whereas the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, requires Council to pass a motion prior to closing part of a meeting to the public;

  And whereas the Act requires that the motion states the act of the holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting;

  Now therefore be it resolved that a portion of the Budget Committee meeting to be held on (DATE) shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matter:

  1. Pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001
     1. ...

  Received 

   

  The Committee went into Closed Session at ...

11.

ADJOURNMENT

4:53 PM (Councillor C. Parrish)