September 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM

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2.   Consent

2.1   4th Report of the Accessibility Community Advisory Committee

2026-08-14 ACAC Report

Moved by D. Ferreira

Seconded by A. Hopkins

That the 4th Report of the Accessibility Community Advisory Committee, from the meeting held on August 13, 2026, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

2.2   Parks and Recreation Master Plan - 2026 Update

2026-09-08 SR Parks and Recreation Master Plan - 2026 Update

Moved by J. Pribil

Seconded by A. Hopkins

That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated September 8, 2026 related to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan – 2026 Update:

a)    the new recommendations, as appended to the above-noted staff report as Appendix “A”, and the updated asset inventory and provision targets, as appended to the above-noted staff report as Appendix “B”, BE APPROVED;

b)    the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to proceed with integrating Appendix “A” and “B” into the existing Parks and Recreation Master Plan document along with updates to population projections, background information, and housekeeping of existing recommendations; and,

c)    the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to proceed with the continued implementation of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan; it being noted that implementation will be subject to funding approval through future Development Charges Background Studies and Multi-Year Budget Processes;

it being further noted that communications from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

  •     W. Thomes and D. Brown, Midtown Community Organization

  •      L. Butterfield.

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

Additional Votes:

Moved by A. Hopkins

Seconded by D. Ferreira

That the delegation request from L. Butterfield, with respect to this matter, BE APPROVED.

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

2.3   Enhanced Response to Public Safety Risk Dogs

2026-09-08 SR Enhanced Response to Public Safety Risk Dogs

That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Housing and Community Growth, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated September 8, 2026, with respect to the Enhanced Response to Public Safety Risk Dogs:

a)    the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED for information; and,

b)    the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee in Q2-2027 with:

i)    a proposed implementation strategy for the enhanced response to dogs that pose a risk to public safety;

ii)    proposed amendments to the Dog Licensing and Control By-law – PH-4 and, where required, the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law – A-54;

iii)    finalized assessment, investigation and operational procedures developed in coordination with the City’s contracted animal services provider, London Animal Care Centre, the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee, and the London Humane Society; and,

iv)    the anticipated financial and resource implications associated with implementation, for Council’s consideration and approval prior to implementation of the proposed changes;

it being noted that communications from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

  •    B. Harlton and K. Lattanzio, London Animal Care Centre

  •    K. Bendikas.

Additional Votes:

Moved by A. Hopkins

Seconded by D. Ferreira

That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Housing and Community Growth, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated September 8, 2026, with respect to the Enhanced Response to Public Safety Risk Dogs:

a)    the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED for information; and,

b)    the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services Committee in Q2-2027 with:

i)    a proposed implementation strategy for the enhanced response to dogs that pose a risk to public safety;

ii)    proposed amendments to the Dog Licensing and Control By-law – PH-4 and, where required, the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law – A-54;

iii)    finalized assessment, investigation and operational procedures developed in coordination with the City’s contracted animal services provider, London Animal Care Centre; and,

iv)    the anticipated financial and resource implications associated with implementation, for Council’s consideration and approval prior to implementation of the proposed changes;

it being noted that communications from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

  •    B. Harlton and K. Lattanzio, London Animal Care Centre

  •    K. Bendikas.

Moved by S. Trosow

Seconded by A. Hopkins

That the motion BE AMENDED in part b) iii) to read as follows:

finalized assessment, investigation and operational procedures developed in coordination with the City’s contracted animal services provider, London Animal Care Centre, the Environmental Stewardship and Action Community Advisory Committee, and the London Humane Society; and,

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

Moved by A. Hopkins

Seconded by D. Ferreira

That the main motion, as amended, BE APPROVED.

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

1.   Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

3.   Scheduled Items

None.

4.   Items for Direction

4.1   Addressing Chronic Non-Compliance in Vacant Buildings 

2026-09-08 Sub Addressing Chronic Non-compliance in Vacant Buildings - Councillor S. Franke

That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Community and Protective Services by the end of Q2 2027 on options to strengthen the City’s policies respecting vacant properties, with the report to include:

a)     reviewing best practices from other municipalities regarding vacant building registries, licensing, and inspection programs; 

b)     examining opportunities to require a review of utility disconnection timing and procedures, higher standards for building security such as thicker plywood, stronger reinforcements, fencing, boarding, lighting, and ongoing property maintenance standards for vacant buildings; 

c)     exploring timelines or requirements related to demolition where properties have experienced repeated safety incidents or are expected to be vacant for long periods;

d)     identifying potential mechanisms to recover municipal costs associated with repeated emergency responses to vacant properties; 

e)     exploring the possibility of allowing the fire department staff to issue AMPs for fire code related violations and exploring requiring recovery of costs from owners of vacant buildings for regular inspections from the London Fire Department for vacant building registry; 

f)     improve coordination between the London Fire Department, London Police Services and By-Law regarding a “one-list” for vacant buildings and regular reviews for accuracy, connecting with London Hydro and Enbridge to discuss municipal-led disconnections;   

g)     reviewing opportunities for escalating penalties where property owners fail to adequately secure and maintain vacant buildings; and, 

h)     reporting on any legislative, regulatory, or by-law changes that may be required to improve public safety and neighbourhood well-being in relation to long-term vacant properties;

it being noted that the communication from Councillor S. Franke, as appended to the Agenda, with respect to this matter, was received.

Additional Votes:

Moved by A. Hopkins

Seconded by D. Ferreira

That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to Community and Protective Services by end of Q2 2027 on options to strengthen the City’s policies respecting vacant properties, with the report to include:

a)     reviewing best practices from other municipalities regarding vacant building registries, licensing, and inspection programs;

b)     examining opportunities to require a review of utility disconnection timing and procedures, higher standards for building security such as thicker plywood, stronger reinforcements, fencing, boarding, lighting, and ongoing property maintenance standards for vacant buildings;

c)     exploring timelines or requirements related to demolition where properties have experienced repeated safety incidents or are expected to be vacant for long periods;

d)     identifying potential mechanisms to recover municipal costs associated with repeated emergency responses to vacant properties;

e)     exploring the possibility of allowing the fire department staff to issue AMPs for fire code related violations;

f)     improve coordination between the London Fire Department, London Police Services and By-Law regarding a “one-list” for vacant buildings and regular reviews for accuracy, connecting with London Hydro and Enbridge to discuss municipal-led disconnections;

g)     reviewing opportunities for escalating penalties where property owners fail to adequately secure and maintain vacant buildings; and,

h)     reporting on any legislative, regulatory, or by-law changes that may be required to improve public safety and neighbourhood well-being in relation to long-term vacant properties;

it being noted that the communication from Councillor S. Franke, as appended to the Agenda, with respect to this matter, was received.

Moved by D. Ferreira

Seconded by S. Trosow

That part e) BE AMENDED to add the following after “violations”: 

exploring the possibility of allowing the fire department staff to issue AMPs for fire code related violations and exploring requiring recovery of costs from owners of vacant buildings for regular inspections from London fire department for vacant building registry.

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

Moved by D. Ferreira

Seconded by S. Trosow

That main motion, as amended, BE APPROVED.

Motion Passed (5 to 0)

5.   Deferred Matters/Additional Business

None.

6.   Adjournment

Moved by D. Ferreira

Seconded by A. Hopkins

That the meeting BE ADJOURNED.

Motion Passed

The meeting adjourned at 2:48 PM.