Regular Council Meeting

THAT, pursuant to Section 239(4) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, notice is hereby given that Council Committee intends to hold a closed session meeting in the Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom to deal with matters pursuant to Section 239(2)(b), (c), (f), (i), and (k) of the said Act (Personal, Land, Legal, and Negotiations Matters).

THAT confidential Report OPGC-26-01 dated April 28, 2026 from the Orillia Power Generation Corporation regarding short-term debt capital be received; Page 4 of 19 AND THAT the Orillia Power Generation Corporation's request to increase its existing $3 million operating line of credit with TD Bank be approved with term debt facilities not to exceed $2 million.

THAT, further to confidential Report MC-26-10 dated April 28, 2026 from Councillor Lauer regarding the Lakehead Land Development Agreement, the confidential direction provided to staff be adopted.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report SEL-26-02 dated May 5, 2026 from the Selection Panel for Boards and Committees, the following applicants be appointed for the remainder of the four-year term to expire November 14, 2026: - Christopher Marinakos to the Affordable Housing Working Group - Hanna Nawroth to the Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group - Debra Mackinnon to the Orillia Public Library Board - Molly Farquharson to the Transportation and Parking Working Group - Matthew Miller to the Waste Management Advisory Committee - Duncan McDonald to the Waste Management Advisory Committee

THAT as recommended in Report OFASWG-26-01 dated April 20, 2026 from the Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group, the Orillia and Area Food Strategy, as set out in Schedule "A" to the report be received and endorsed as a community-wide, multi-partner framework to guide collaboration across the local food system, and future decision-making within the City of Orillia.

THAT, further to Report OFASWG-26-01 dated April 20, 2026 from the Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group, the City of Orillia participate as partners in the Orillia and Area Food Strategy Collaborative Review process, as per municipal jurisdiction.

THAT as recommended in Report OFASWG-26-01 dated April 20, 2026 from the Orillia Food Access and Sustainability Working Group, the Orillia Food Access and Page 5 of 19 Sustainability Working Group be directed to submit proposals for 2027 financial contributions or resource requirements to support the Orillia and Area Food Strategy for consideration as part of the Mayor's proposed 2027 Budget.

THAT, in accordance with Section 22.3.1 of Chapter 22 of the City of Orillia Municipal Code - Suspension - Rules - Two-Thirds Vote, Council Committee hereby suspends the rules to immediately recess the Council Committee meeting to convene the Council meeting and move Correspondence (for Council direction) Item Number 2 - Mayor McIsaac - re Correspondence to the Orillia Museum of Art and History regarding a deputation request - Sir Sam Steele Building Lease before Council Reports.

THAT as recommended in Report MC-26-09 dated April 27, 2026 from Councillor Smith, the following resolution be passed: "WHEREAS recent weather events, including flooding, ice storms, and extreme winter conditions, have highlighted the need for rapid, localized emergency response capabilities to support residents and protect property; AND WHEREAS timely access to appropriate equipment and supplies is critical in mitigating damage, supporting emergency services, and assisting residents during such events. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the City of Orillia directs staff to investigate the feasibility of acquiring and maintaining an enclosed emergency response trailer, at minimum 25 feet in length, designed for rapid deployment and equipped with appropriate ventilation and storage capacity; AND FURTHER THAT the purpose of the trailer be to store and transport essential emergency response materials and supplies, including but not limited to: - Emergency food supplies and safe drinking water - Cots, blankets, and basic shelter provisions - First aid kits and emergency medical supplies - Flood mitigation equipment (including pumps, hoses, aqua dams, sandbags, etc.) - Tools and equipment for debris management and response (including chainsaws and related safety equipment) - Supplies and equipment for winter and ice-related emergencies; AND FURTHER THAT the subject report also outline the following: - Estimated capital and ongoing operational costs

THAT as recommended in Report GNT-2026-01 dated April 28, 2026 from the Grants Committee, the following Community Grants be approved: - Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation - $750 - Green Haven Shelter for Women - $750 - Orillia Fish and Game Conservation Club - $750 - Orillia Horticultural Society - $250 - Orillia Concert Band - $750 - Orillia Big Band - $750 AND THAT the following 2026 Special Event Grants be approved: - Orillia District Chamber of Commerce - Port of Orillia Pirate Party - $1,500 - Lightfoot Days Festival - $2,000 - Roots North Music Festival - $3,000 - Lake Country Pride - Pride March - $2,000 - Arts Orillia - Orillia Jazz Festival and Gathering - $1,500 - Orillia and Area Black Community Association - Community Fest - $1,500 - Orillia Scottish Festival - $2,500

THAT as recommended in Report GNT-2026-01 dated April 28, 2026 from the Grants Committee, the following 2026 Special Event Grant be approved: - OFSAA Committee - Girls AA Basketball - $5,000

THAT as recommended in Report GNT-2026-01 dated April 28, 2026 from the Grants Committee, the following 2026 Special Event Grant be approved: - Celebrate Orillia - Canada Day - $2,500

THAT as recommended in Report CS-26-18 dated April 27, 2026 from the Corporate Services Department, Schedule "C" of Chapter 456 of the City of Orillia Municipal Code - User Fees - Parks, Recreation and Culture be amended as set out in Schedule "A" to the report.

THAT Report CS-26-17 dated April 24, 2026 from the Corporate Services Department regarding an update on the Orillia 2024 Ontario 55+ Winter Games be received; AND THAT a new Capital Project titled "Orillia Opera House Balcony Improvements" be approved with a total budget of $169,428 to be funded as follows: - $110,428 in Ontario 55+ Winter Games Legacy Fund, representing surplus funds from Capital Project Number 23002 - Ontario Winter Games 55+; and - $59,000 from the Canadian Cultural Spaces Grant.

THAT as recommended in Report CS-26-19 dated April 30, 2026 from the Corporate Services Department, the extension of the Downtown Tomorrow Community Improvement Plan Grant Programs by two years be authorized, expiring on December 31, 2028 or until the Community Improvement Plan Reserve Fund is fully expended, whichever occurs first; AND THAT an increase to the funding limits under the Downtown Tomorrow Community Improvement Plan incentive programs be approved to better support development and revitalization of underutilized properties within the Downtown Tomorrow Community Improvement Plan Area as follows: - Increase the Building Improvement Grant Program from $25,000 per property to up to $100,000 per property; and - Increase the Feasibility / Design Study Grant Program from $5,000 per property to up to $50,000 per property.

THAT as recommended in Report CS-26-19 dated April 30, 2026 from the Corporate Services Department, staff be directed to implement a two-year Development Charge Grant Program applicable to the expansion of existing commercial and industrial properties; AND THAT funding for the two-year Development Charge Grant Program be appropriated from the Community Improvement Plan Reserve Fund until Page 10 of 19 December 31, 2028, or until the reserve is fully expended, whichever occurs first.

THAT the recommendations of Council Committee be