Council Meeting

That Council receive and file for information, the following delegation:  Regional Councillor Foster

That Council approve the minutes of the following meetings of Council:  Council Minutes of April 28, 2025

WHEREAS Procedure By-law 2022-04 provides that Notices of Motion shall not be discussed or debated upon introduction but shall be included on the next regular Council meeting agenda for consideration. AND WHEREAS Section 7.8.5 of the Town of Lincoln Procedure By-Law 2022-04, permits a Notice of Motion to be considered upon its introduction by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Members present. AND WHEREAS it is deemed impractical or not in the best interests of the Town of Lincoln to delay consideration. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the pertinent rules contained in Section 7.8 of Procedure By-law 2022-04, be waived to permit the introduction and consideration by Council of the Notice of Motion on the Council agenda pertaining to Affordable Housing.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Town of Lincoln Council investigate the costs and viability commit for making a portion of the BDSS precinct available for a non-profit affordable housing project, with the specific location and size to be determined through ongoing analysis, stakeholder engagement, and alignment with the broader vision for the site’s redevelopment.

AND WHEREAS the former Beamsville District Secondary School (BDSS) site presents a valuable opportunity for a future mixed-use development that to ensure the development of a wide range of housing types which reflect the Town’s priorities, including affordable/attainable housing.

WHEREAS access to affordable and attainable housing remains a significant need in the Town of Lincoln and surrounding communities, contributing to the overall health, inclusivity, and resilience of the municipality. AND WHEREAS increasing housing supply, diversity of housing types, and affordability is a stated priority of the Province of Ontario, and municipalities are key partners in achieving those objectives. AND WHEREAS municipalities play a vital role in facilitating housing solutions, including through the strategic use of public lands to support community-based, non-profit housing initiatives. AND WHEREAS the former Beamsville District Secondary School (BDSS) precinct presents a valuable opportunity for a future mixed-use development that reflects the Town’s priorities, including affordable/attainable housing. AND WHEREAS the provision of affordable housing may require a compact built form to achieve viability which will require Town Council and staff to champion and advocate within the community and to senior levels of government. AND WHEREAS staff have initiated early-stage discussions and analysis regarding the potential for affordable housing at the BDSS site as part of the broader planning process. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Town of Lincoln Council commit to making a portion of the BDSS precinct available for a non-profit affordable housing project, with the specific location and size to be determined through ongoing analysis, stakeholder engagement, and alig

That the Notice of Motion be

That Council receive and file for information, the following:  Mayor’s Report

That leave be given to approve the following by-law:  2025-20 - By-law to regulate and prohibit heavy vehicle traffic on certain highways in the Town of Lincoln

THAT leave be given to approve the following by-laws:  2025-19 – By-law to levy the actual cost of maintenance to the Gavora Municipal Drain on the assessed lands  2025-21 – By-law to approve the agreement between the Bank of Montreal and the Corporation of the Town of Lincoln

THAT leave be given to introduce By-law Number 2025-22 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council at its meeting held Monday, May 26, 2025, being read a first, second and third time. THAT By-law Number 2025-22 be enacted and passed, and that the Mayor and Clerk sign and seal the said by-law.

That the Council meeting on May 26, 2025, be adjourned at 8:24 P.M.