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That Council receive the report titled “Proposed New Vision for City Owned Downtown Lands, i ncluding the Living Arts Centre Property” for information. That Council endorse the proposed vision and strategic framework outlined in this report to guide future analysis, stakeholder engagement, and reporting related to the redevelopment of City owned lands in Mississauga’s downtown, including the Living Arts Centre (LAC) property. That the plans outlined in the report “Proposed New Vision for City-Owned Downtown Lands, including the Living Arts Centre Property” are not undertaken at the expense of our current arts groups and organizations support and that the plans align with the objectives set out in the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Committee as part of a fulsome plan. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Mayor C. Parrish, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart ABSTAIN (1) Councillor D. Damerla

That Recommendations PDC-0008-2026 – PDC-0012-2026 as contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report 3 - 2026 dated February 23, 2026 be approved. PDC-0008-2026 1. That application under File T-OZ 26-1 W11, City of Mississauga, 46 William Street, to extend a temporary use by-law to permit the outdoor storage of refrigeration trailers for a period of 6 months, be approved, as outlined in the report dated February 4, 2026, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building. PDC-0009-2026 1. That the applications under file OZ/OPA 25-18 W7, 4 CD’s Inc., 51-55 Dundas Street West and 60, 66, 70 & 78 Agnes Street, to amend the land use designation in Mississauga Official Plan to Residential High Density; and to change the zoning to RA5-Exception (Apartments – Exception) to permit a 34 storey apartment building containing 559 dwelling units with ground floor commercial uses and office uses on the second floor, be

WHEREAS A & S Mixed Martial Arts is hosting an amateur Mixed Martial Arts event on Saturday April 4, 2026 from 5:00PM– 12:00AM at Don Kolov Arena located 4880 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 1J8; AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages; AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance of up to 500 people; NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems the; Mixed Martial Arts amateur event being held on Saturday April 4, 2026 as one of municipal significance for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit (SOP); subject to all necessary permits and approvals being obtained and compliance with all City of Mississauga by-laws. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

WHEREAS we congratulate and support all teams participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and recognize the global excitement, unity, and celebration that this tournament brings to communities around the world; AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga recognizes the enthusiasm of our residents and the many local fans who gather to cheer on their favourite teams; an opportunity for everyone to come together and celebrate this international event; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That Council for the City of Mississauga request the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to designate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, as an event of national significance. 2. That Council for the City of Mississauga request the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to permit licensed local bars and restaurants in Mississauga to extend the hours of alcohol service to 3 a.m. for the duration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to coincide with late-night match broadcasts and to support local businesses while allowing fans to watch matches together. 3. That the City Clerk be directed to forward this request to the Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N.

WHEREAS on January 29, 2025 Council passed Resolution 0015-2025 to provide certain development charges incentives for residential developments with building permits issued prior to November 13, 2026; AND WHEREAS on February 11, 2026, Council passed Resolution 0031-2026 to provide certain additional development charges incentives for residential units in purpose-built rental housing developments with building permits issued prior to November 13, 2026; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes that development charges incentives continue to play a role in supporting the increase of housing supply and the advancement of housing affordability; AND WHEREAS Council desires to extend the deadline contained in Resolutions 0015- 2025 and 0031-2026 so as to allow the development industry to continue planning for and delivering increased housing supply beyond 2026. Therefore be it resolved that: Resolution 0015-2025 is amended to extend the Development Charges Incentives described therein to include eligible developments with building permits allowing footings and foundations issued pursuant to the Building Code Act , 1992 prior to December 31, 2027. Resolution 0031-2026 is amended to extend the development charges reduction applicable to residential units within purpose-built rental residential apartment developments described therein to eligible developments where building permits for footings and foundations are issued pursuant to the Building Code Act , 1992 prior to December 31, 2027. All oth

WHEREAS land for affordable housing is an eligible expenditure under the Housing Accelerator Fund. AND WHEREAS Indwell is a legal non-profit and charitable institution with a track record of successfully building affordable housing in Mississauga; AND WHEREAS Indwell has a time sensitive opportunity to purchase a new property with zoning in place in Mississauga to develop affordable housing; AND WHEREAS Indwell has requested $1M to offset the fundraising shortfall for the land acquisition. Therefore be it resolved that: 1. Council authorize staff to provide a grant from the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund in the amount of $1M to Indwell to facilitate the land acquisition; 2. The Commissioner of Planning and Building and City Clerk be authorized to execute a contribution agreement with Indwell; and 3. All necessary by-laws be enacted. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing of the Orysia (Noreen) Stesky, retired Administrative Assistant in the Ward Councillors office who passed away on February 15, 2026; AND WHEREAS Orysia was a dedicated employee of the City of Mississauga for over 26 years, serving the residents of Ward 2 for many years with dedication, professionalism and kindness; AND WHEREAS Orysia was deeply involved with Barvinok Ukrainian Dance School serving on the executive committee, including organizing events and supporting the dance community. AND WHEREAS Orysia will be deeply missed by her children: Steven (Jennifer), Andrea (Taras), and Patricia (Jamie); her adored grandchildren: Lillian, Isabelle, Maya, Tessa, and Jack; her brother Jerry (Lucy); and her many extended family members and dear friends. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that sincere condolences be extended on behalf of the Mayor, Members of Council and staff of the City of Mississauga to the Stesky family.

WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (the "Act"), requires Council to pass a resolution prior to closing part of a meeting to the public; AND WHEREAS the Act requires that the resolution 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 Council meeting held on March 11, 2026 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: (Pursuant to Section 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act, 2001) 21.1 Education Session: Update on waste collection services contract YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart

That the closed session education session regarding waste management be received. YES (7) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart ABSENT (4) Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Mayor C. Parrish, and Councillor S. McFadden

That the minutes of the February 25, 2026 Council meeting be approved, as presented. 6. PRESENTATIONS - Nil 7. DEPUTATIONS 7.1 Athena Savoji, Executive, Persian Student Association, University of Toronto Mississauga regarding Council expressing solidarity with the Iranian community in Mississauga through action as human rights violations in Iran continue A. Savoji spoke regarding the Iranian community in the City of Mississauga and raised concerns about human rights violations occurring in Iran. A. Savoji requested that the City of Mississauga recognize these concerns through a formal statement, a proclamation, or a flag-raising ceremony. Mayor Parrish responded to A. Savoji. 7.2 Item 10.1 Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning & Building and Chris Valeri, Project Director, City Building Initiatives A. Whittemore and C. Valeri presented the proposed vision for the Living Arts Centre (LAC) property and the surrounding City-owned lands in the downtown area. Members of Council discussed the proposal and raised several questions and comments related to the investment required for the Living Arts Centre, the number of acres of land Council 03/11/2026 3 owned by the City in the area, potential funding sources, the timing of future development, and the operations and programming of the facility. A. Whittemore responded by outlining the state of good repair requirements for the LAC and the broader vision for the downtown area. Councillor Damerla asked about the funding used for th