Budget Committee

Meeting #:
Date:	Wednesday, October 06, 2021
Time:	1:30PM (Please note that the meeting will not begin prior to 1:30PM and is subject to the completion of the Council meeting)
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 Karen Ras, Ward 2
• Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
• Councillor John Kovac , Ward 4
• Councillor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
• Councillor Ron Starr, Ward 6
• Councillor Dipika Damerla , Ward 7
• Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
• Councillor Pat Saito, Ward 9
• Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
• Councillor George Carlson, Ward 11

Staff Present

Paul Mitcham, City Manager and CAO
Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer
Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works
Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building
Jodi Robillos, Acting 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

Councillor Fonseca, Acting Chair called the meeting to order at 1:34PM.

2.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Approved (Councillor Dasko)

3.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil.

4.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil.

5.

DEPUTATIONS - Nil.

6.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit

Public Comments: Advance registration is required to participate and/or to make comments in the virtual 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. 5425 or by emailing by Monday, October 4, 2021 before 4:00PM.

Pursuant to Section 42 of the Council Procedure By-law 0139-2013, 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 shall 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.

Chris Mackie, Resident submitted questions to be asked on his behalf by Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Coordinator and City Clerk. Jeff Jackson, Director of Finance and Treasure responded to the questions.

1. Referring to Item 8.1 and the proposed procurement of second generation hybrid-electric buses, what is the expected salvage value of the 165 diesel buses to be replaced?  Why are staff seeking pre-approval of $183,400,000 when the City’s cost, subject to ICIP funding, will be $48,912,780?

• • Retired Buses are put out to tender and depending on the age and condition of the vehicle as well as the market, prices will vary. The City of Mississauga does have to contract for the full amount and will have to seek reimbursement through ICIP. 

2. Referring to Item 8.2  and the 2019 - 2022 summary under Financial Impact at page 7, please provide the actual revenue to cost (R/C) ratios for 2019 and 2020, and the projected R/C ratios for 2021 and 2022.  Are external sources of revenue such as advertising included?

• • Revenue to Cost (R/C) Ratio is focused on fare box recovery as a percentage of total operating expenses, other revenues such as advertising is not factored into the R/C ratio. Also, provided annual breakdown of the R/C ratios from pre-pandemic in 2019 to projected 2021 and 2022 budget rates.  

 

Councillors Parrish and Carlson arrived at the meeting at 1:36PM during Public Question Period.

7.

CONSENT AGENDA

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0025-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac

  That the following items were approved on Consent Agenda:

  • 8.1 - MiWay 2022 and 2023 Bus Procurement, Subject to ICIP-MIS-01 Funding Approval
  • 8.4 - 2022 Recreation Program Fees and Rental Rates
  • 8.5 - 2022 Parks, Forestry & Environment Fees and Charges
  • 8.7 - 2022 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges
  • 8.8 - 2022 Library Fees and Charges
  • 8.10 - 2022 General Fees and Charges
  • 8.11 - 2021 Complement Adjustments

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.

MATTERS CONSIDERED

8.1

MiWay 2022 and 2023 Bus Procurement, Subject to ICIP-MIS-01 Funding Approval (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0026-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  1. That the report entitled “MiWay 2022 and 2023 Bus Procurement, Subject to ICIP-MIS-01 Funding Approval” dated September 20, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be approved.
  2. That the funds of $183,400,000 be pre-authorized, subject to ICIP Funding Approval, to allow the 2022 and 2023 procurement of 2nd Generation Hybrid-Electric buses by competitive procurement as outlined in the corporate report dated September 20, 2021 entitled "MiWay 2022 and 2023 Bus Procurement, Subject to ICIP-MIS-01 Funding Approval" from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and that the City of Mississauga contributes 26.7% of total project costs, while the Federal and Provincial government will fund the remaining total project costs (40.0% and 33.3% respectively).

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.2

MiWay Fare Strategy - 2022

Members of the Committee raised questions and concerns regarding the One Dollar ($1) Off Peak Senior Fare, the Regional Affordable Transit Program and the Mississauga Foodbanks special purpose ticket fees.  Geoff Marinoff, Director of Transit responded to questions from the Committee.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0027-2021
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish
  1. That the MiWay fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated September 2, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled "MiWay Fare Strategy – 2022” be approved.
  2. That a consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 2, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled, "MiWay Fare Strategy – 2022".

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.3

2022 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges

Members of the Committee raised questions and concerns regarding the Transportation Network Companies (TNC) and the Clothing Donation Drop Boxes. Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works and Sam Rogers, Director of Enforcement responded to questions from the Committee.

Councillor Starr requested that the TNC Licence fees be removed from the User Fees and Charges By-law to be further discussed. 

 

Mayor Crombie arrived at the meeting at 2:00PM during the discussion of Item 8.3 and assumed the role of Chair. 

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0028-2021
  Moved By Councillor R. Starr
  1. That the Transportation and Works Department fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 and Appendix 2, attached to the Corporate Report dated September 13, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled "2022 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges" be approved.
  2. That a by-law be enacted to make the necessary amendments to Schedule B-2 of the User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020, as amended, in order to reflect direct costs as they are charged for works undertaken by the City on behalf of a third party for engineering, construction, maintenance, traffic and street lighting works, including payroll burden (35%), as set out in the Corporate Report dated September 13, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled, "2022 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges”.
  3. That a new consolidated user fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 13, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled, "2022 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges", with the exception of the Transportation Network Company Licence fees to be further discussed.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

8.4

2022 Recreation Program Fees and Rental Rates (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0029-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  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, sundries and minor centres, effective January 1, 2022 through to December 31, 2022 (as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report Dated August 6, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2022 Recreation Program 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, 2022 through to April 30, 2023 (as outlined in Appendix 3 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 6, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled "2022 Recreation 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 2022 recreation program through to the end date of winter session 2023 (as outlined in Appendix 5 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 6, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled "2022 Recreation Programs Fees and Rental Rates") be approved.
  4. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2021.
  5. That a new consolidated user fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 Appendix 1, Appendix 3 and Appendix 5 of the Corporate Report dated, August 6, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled "2022 Recreation Programs Fees and Rental Rates."
  6. That the program fees and rental rates currently listed in Schedule “E-2” (Recreation Rental Rates – Arenas, Gyms and Indoor Artificial Turf) and Schedule “E-3” (Recreation Program Fees and Charges) of User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020 which are applicable to April 30, 2022 or the end date of the Winter 2022 recreation program, be incorporated to the new consolidated fees and charges by-law.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.5

2022 Parks, Forestry & Environment Fees and Charges (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0030-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  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 July 29, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2022 Parks, Forestry and Environment Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2021.
  3. That a new consolidated user fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 July 29, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled, “2022 Parks, Forestry and Environment Fees and Charges”.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.6

2022 Culture Program Fees and Rental Rates

Councillor Dasko inquired and requested for further information regarding the Rental Facility Fees. Councillor Saito noted the Grants Program would be an asset to offset any potential hardships. 

Jodi Robillos, Acting Commissioner of Community Services and Paul Damaso, Director of Arts and Culture, Sonja Banic, Manager of Culture Services responded to the questions from the Committee and noted that further discussion will take place with Councillor Dasko regarding the Rental Fees. 

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0031-2021
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito
  1. That the Culture program fees incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Culture programs, effective January 1, 2022 through to December 31, 2022, with the exception of general programs and camp fees, which are effective the start date of spring 2022 programs through to the end date of winter session 2023, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated July 30, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2022 Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates” be approved.
  2. That the Culture Education Program fees incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Culture School Education programs from September 1, 2021 through to August 31, 2022, as outlined in Appendix 2 attached to the Corporate Report dated July 30, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2022 Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates” be approved.
  3. That the Culture rental rates incorporating new, revised and existing charges for Culture rental rates and services, as outlined in Appendix 3 attached to the Corporate Report dated July 30, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled "2022 Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates" be approved.
  4. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2021.
  5. That a new consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, which will incorporate the approved fees and charges of various City departments, be enacted to incorporate and establish the new, revised, and existing Culture Program fees and rental rates as outlined in the Corporate Report dated July 30, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled, "2021 Culture Programs Fees and Rental Rates".
  6. That the Culture program fees and charges currently listed in Schedule “F-2” of By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be added to the new consolidated fees and charges by-law.
  7. That the Culture rental rates and services fees currently listed under Resident Artist Fees in Schedule “F-1” of By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be added to the new consolidated fees and charges by-law, which will apply to memberships initiated in 2021 and expiring in 2022.

  YES (12)

  Councillor G. Carlson , Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor S. Dasko, and Mayor Crombie

  Carried (12 to 0)

8.7

2022 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0032-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  1. That the Fire & Emergency Services fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated July 15, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2022 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-Law 0251-2020, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2021.
  3. That a new consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 July 15, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2022 Fire & Emergency Services Fees and Charges”.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.8

2022 Library Fees and Charges (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0033-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  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 3, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled "2022 Library Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2021.
  3. That a consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 3, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Community Services entitled, “2022 Library Fees and Charges”.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.9

2022 Planning Act Processing Fees and Charges

Councillor Ras raised questions and concerns around the Deferral and Recirculation Fee, the Demolition Control and the alignment of planning fees with other Municipalities. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building and Chris Rouse, Director of Development and Design responded to questions and would provide further information directly to the Councillor. 

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0034-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  1. That the Planning Act processing fees and charges, as outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate Report dated August 30, 2021 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building entitled "2022 Planning Processing Fees and Charges" be approved.
  2. That a consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 30, 2021 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building entitled, "2022 Planning Processing Fees and Charges".

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

8.10

2022 General Fees and Charges (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0035-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  1. That the General Fees and Charges outlined in Appendix 1 attached to the Corporate report dated August 30, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services entitled “2022 General Fees and Charges” be approved.
  2. That User Fees and Charges By-law 0251-2020, as amended, be repealed effective at the end of December 31, 2021.
  3. That a consolidated fees and charges by-law, effective January 1, 2022, 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 2022 General Fees and Charges as outlined in the Corporate Report dated August 30, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services entitled, “2022 General Fees and Charges”.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.11

2021 Complement Adjustments (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0036-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  1. That the report entitled “2021 Complement Adjustments” from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated September 27, 2021 be received.
  2. That effective November 1, 2021 a total of 15 contract positions be adjusted to permanent full time status, as shown in Appendix 1 – 2021 Complement Adjustments.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Mayor Crombie

  Carried (11 to 0)

8.12

Financial Report as at June 30, 2021

Councillor Ras inquired whether the additional funding would be provided from the Province. Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer responded noting that the City of Mississauga plans to utilize Safe Restart Funds in 2022. 

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0037-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  1. That the “Financial Report as at June 30, 2021” dated September 15, 2021, from, the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, including appendices 1 to 3, be approved;
  2. That the Treasurer be authorized to fund and close the capital projects as identified in this report;
  3. That 5 new projects with a gross and net budget totalling $2,237,603.12 be created and funded. These projects include PN21268 - New Fire Station 125 - Tenth Line and Battleford - Design and Construction, PN21110 - Mavis South Sign Shop & Buildings Renos, PN21489 - Public Art Installations, PN21404 Ward 9 Park Improvements, PN21562 – MAX;
  4. That a new Reserve Fund entitled “Tax-Funded Planning and Studies” (#33122) be created to fund various studies such as master plans and other action plan;
  5. That the necessary by-laws be enacted.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

9.

CLOSED SESSION

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

• Councillor Parrish requested to have Item 8.3 Transportation and Works Fees and Charges reopened. Members of the Committee voted in favour.

  Councillor Parrish inquired about the number of owners surrendering their pets and expressed concern regarding the fee amount. Councillor Parrish requested that a report be prepared on the amount of animals being surrendered, how many owners can afford to pay, the amount of owners unable to pay and any alternative measures. Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works responded that he would gather the data and report back to the Councillor.

  DIRECTION to staff was given to draft a report to include the number of owners surrendering their animals, the amount of owners that are able and unable to pay the fee and any alternative measures.

  RECOMMENDATION
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  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 October 6, 2021 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matter:

  1. Pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001
     1. Labour relations or employee negotiations: Total Rewards Recommendations for 2022
  Received

  The Committee went into Closed Session at 2:21PM.

  
  

9.1

Labour relations or employee negotiations: Total Rewards Recommendations for 2022

Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer provided an introductory presentation on the matter. Members of the Committee raised questions. Ms. Lichterman, Lori Kelly, Director of Human Resources and Paul Mitcham, City Manager and CAO responded to questions from the Committee. 

 

Councillor Damerla departed the meeting at 2:46PM during Closed Session.

 

The Committee came out of Closed Session at 2:48PM.  

As a result of the Closed Session, the following recommendation was voted on during Open Session:

 

Councillor Starr requested that Appendix 3: Revised Salary Structure to be deferred and voted on separately.

• RECOMMENDATION BC-0038-2021
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the benefits changes and the compensation changes of 1.75% Economic Adjustment (ECA) plus normal job rate progression (using current reward schedule) for eligible non-union employees be approved and be effective as of April 1, 2022 as outlined in the corporate report dated September 20, 2021 entitled Total Rewards Recommendations for 2022” from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer.

  YES (11)	Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor D. Damerla

  Carried (11 to 0)
• RECOMMENDATION BC-0039-2021
  Moved By Councillor R. Starr

  That Appendix 3: Revised Salary Structure attached to the corporate report dated September 20, 2021 entitled Total Rewards Recommendations for 2022” from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer be deferred to the next Council meeting on October 13, 2021.

  YES (10)	Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor R. Starr, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
  NO (1)	Councillor C. Parrish
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor D. Damerla

  Carried (10 to 1)

10.

ADJOURNMENT

2:54PM (Councillor Kovac)