City Council Meeting

the City of Greater Sudbury approves Consent Agenda items 6.2.1 to 6.2.3.

the City of Greater Sudbury adopts Planning Committee meeting minutes of August 10, 2026.

the City of Greater Sudbury adopts Nominating Committee meeting minutes of August 11, 2026.

the City of Greater Sudbury adopts City Council meeting minutes of August 11, 2026.

the City of Greater Sudbury approves Planning Committee resolutions PL2026-116 and PL2026-118 to PL2026-134 from the meeting of September 14, 2026.

the City of Greater Sudbury approves the application by the City of Greater Sudbury, to amend Zoning By law 2010-100Z by changing the zoning classification from 'P', Park, to 'P(S)', Park Special, on the lands described as PINs 73559-0032 and 73575-0347, Parcel 1098 SEC SES, Parcel 30711A SEC SES SRO, Lot 9, Concession 3, Township of Neelon, to allow for the construction of an Animal Shelter, with a Holding Provision relating to servicing, as outlined in the report entitled "2500 Dube Road, Sudbury", from the General Manager of Planning & Growth, presented at the Planning Committee meeting on September 14, 2026, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the amending Zoning By-law include the following site-specific provision: Notwithstanding any other provision hereof to the contrary, within any area designated P(S) on the Zone Maps, all provisions of this By-law applicable to 'P', Park zones shall apply subject to the following modifications: a) ln addition to uses permitted in the Park zone, the following use shall be permitted on the subject lands: Animal Shelter. 2. A Holding symbol will be placed on the subject lands, which shall not be removed by the City of Greater Sudbury until the following conditions have been addressed: i) Demonstration that sufficient sewage capacity is obtained. ii) Demonstration that sufficient water service is obtained.

the City of Greater Sudbury read and pass By-law 2026-138, 2026-172 to By-law 2026-179Z.

the City of Greater Sudbury is comprised of many distinct communities with unique histories, identities, and service needs; AND WHEREAS residents across Greater Sudbury have expressed interest in ensuring that municipal services, infrastructure investments, and engagement opportunities are delivered in a fair, transparent, and equitable manner throughout the municipality; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the importance of fostering strong community connections, supporting local identity, and ensuring that all residents feel represented and informed in municipal decision-making; AND WHEREAS Council wishes to better understand whether opportunities exist to improve transparency regarding municipal investments, strengthen community engagement, and enhance service delivery across all areas of the municipality; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Greater Sudbury directs that staff undertake a review and prepare a report examining opportunities to strengthen service equity, community engagement, and transparency of municipal investment throughout the City of Greater Sudbury, including: A review of municipal practices used in comparable Ontario and Canadian municipalities to support equitable service delivery, local engagement, and transparent capital investment planning; The feasibility of developing area-based reporting, investment tracking, or other mechanisms that provide residents and Council with greater transparency regarding infrastructure and capital investments across

City Council for the City of Greater Sudbury approved amendments to the Zoning By-law and the Registration of Certain Businesses By-law in 2024 to permit and regulate short-term rental accommodations; AND WHEREAS since the implementation of these amendments, the City of Greater Sudbury has experienced an increase in the number of short-term rentals operating within larger residential dwellings; AND WHEREAS larger dwellings may accommodate higher numbers of guests, which can result in impacts on surrounding neighbourhoods, including excessive noise, increased traffic and parking pressures, non-compliance with property standards, and disregard for regulations such as open-air burning and fire restrictions; AND WHEREAS some short-term rental properties are located in areas serviced by private septic systems, which may be subject to increased strain from higher occupancy levels, potentially posing risks to nearby water bodies and drinking water sources; AND WHEREAS several municipalities in Ontario have adopted short-term rental regulations that establish specific operational standards, including limits on guest occupancy and the number of bedrooms that may be rented; AND WHEREAS establishing reasonable occupancy limits for short-term rentals would help protect neighbourhood character, promote public safety, and support the long-term sustainability of private servicing systems; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Greater Sudbury direct staff to prepare and present the neces

residents and businesses in the Minnow Lake area have reported increased rat activity, resulting in concerns related to public health, property damage, neighbourhood livability, and quality of life; AND WHEREAS timely action is required to assist affected residents and businesses and to address conditions that may be contributing to rat infestations within the community; AND WHEREAS municipalities across Ontario have implemented education, prevention, monitoring, and integrated pest management initiatives to address rat infestations and reduce their impacts; AND WHEREAS understanding the sources and contributing factors associated with rat infestations is necessary to develop effective and sustainable mitigation measures; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council direct the Chief Administrative Officer to immediately coordinate the appropriate City departments and, where appropriate, work with community partners, Public Health Sudbury & Districts, local businesses, property owners, waste management providers, and other relevant stakeholders to take any steps deemed necessary to assist the Minnow Lake community in responding to the current rat infestation and mitigating contributing factors; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such immediate actions may include enhanced inspection, monitoring, public education, community outreach, waste and litter management measures, review of municipal infrastructure and public lands, and any other appropriate measures to reduce rat harbourage and f

the City of Greater Sudbury read and pass By-law 2026-180Z to 2026-181Z.