Councillor Greg Johnsen was born and raised in Thunder Bay and has been a resident of the Neebing Ward since 2011. He has been employed with the Thunder Bay District Catholic School Board since 2000. He holds a Master of Arts, History. Aside from being a local historian, he is an advocate for anti-racism and environmentalism in our beautiful city. He is proud to represent the residents of Neebing Ward.
WITH RESPECT to the Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Quality of Life Standing Committee meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
WITH RESPECT to Report 265-2026 - Infrastructure & Operations - Engineering, we request endorsement of the Standing Committee to forward the following recommendations to City Council: WE RECOMMEND THAT a new school crossing guard be established at Marlborough Street and Bay Street beginning in September 2026, with an increase of 0.3 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff and an annualized ongoing cost o
WITH RESPECT to Report 302-2026 (Growth-Development Services- Realty Services), we recommend that Appropriation 19-2026 be approved to establish the Vacant & Dilapidated Building Program capital project in the amount of $1,460,000, funded from the Vested Property Rehabilitation Reserve Fund; AND THAT the Manager – Realty Services be authorized to sign all documentation related to these matters; AN
THAT the following By-laws be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: 193- 2026 1. Restricted Acts – Delegation of Authority By-law Number: 286- 2026 2. OMERS Participation By-law Update By-Law Number: 293- 2026 3. A By-Law to authorize submission of an application to the Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation (
WITH RESPECT to the June 23, 2026 City Council meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed. For (12): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor Kasey Etreni, Councillor Andrew Foulds, Councillor Trevor Giertuga, Councillor Brian Hamilton
WITH RESPECT to the request for support from the Victoria Avenue BIA for the Southcore Roar event, we recommend that the following paragraphs replace paragraphs 1 and 2 : “WITH RESPECT to the Memorandum from Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Co- Chair of the Southcore Roar Festival dated June 19, 2026, we recommend that a municipal capital project be created; AND THAT a maximum of $20,000 be allocated for
THAT the following By-laws be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: 247- 2026 1. A By-law to amend By-law Number 99-2005, being a By-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay for the enforcement of Municipal Parking By-laws. By-law Number: 259- 2026 2. A By-law
WITH RESPECT to the May 19, 2026 City Council meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed. For (10): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Andrew Foulds, Councillor Trevor Giertuga, Councillor Brian Hamilton, Councillor Greg Johnsen, Councillor Kristen Oliver, Councillor Dominic Pasq
WITH RESPECT to the May 6, 2026 Special Committee of the Whole meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
Quality of Life Standing Committee – Tuesday, April 28, 2026 WITH RESPECT to the Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Quality of Life Standing Committee meeting, we recommend that Councillor Andrew Foulds be appointed Chair.
THAT the following By-laws be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: 079-2026 1. A By-law to amend By-law 1/2022 (The Zoning By-law) of The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay (1240 Dawson Road). By-law Number: 094-2026 2. A By-law to designate areas of Site Plan Control pursuant to Section 41 of the Planning Act,
WITH RESPECT to Report 140-2026-Community Services-Transit Services, we recommend that Administration be authorized to enter into another one-year Universal Transit Pass (U-Pass) Agreement between the City and the Lakehead University Student Union Inc. (LUSU), with some changes as detailed in this report, including such ancillary documents, amendments and renewal agreements as may be required to g
WITH RESPECT to Report 103-2026 (Infrastructure & Operations – Environment), we recommend the City of Thunder Bay enter a Depot Operations Agreement with Circular Materials for the 900 Walsh Street Recycling Depot location; AND THAT the Commissioner – Infrastructure & Operations be authorized to execute this Agreement and any other necessary documentation related to the Agreement; AND THAT any nec
WITH RESPECT to Report 110-2026, we recommend that the Guiding Criteria as outlined in this report be approved; AND THAT Administration identify options for designated encampment sites in alignment with Distance Guidelines and Guiding Criteria, recognizing not all criteria may be achievable; AND THAT Administration report back to Special Committee of the Whole with consultation results and three r
THAT the following By-law be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: 77-2026 1. A By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council, this 17 th day of February, 2026. For (11): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor And
WITH RESPECT to Report 78-2026 - Community Services - Transit Services, we recommend that the Report be referred back to Administration to meet with ATU Local 966 officials to determine additional options to address route cancellations and staffing issues.
WITH RESPECT to the January 28, 2026 Special Committee of the Whole - 2026 Proposed Operating Budget meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
WITH RESPECT to the confidential memorandum from Krista Power, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk, dated January 6, 2026 relative to Council appointment to the Accessibility Advisory Committee, we recommend that Mayor Ken Boshcoff be appointed to replace the vacancy created by the resignation of Councillor Hamilton; AND THAT this appointment remain in effect for the remainder of a 4 y
THAT the following By-laws be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: 4-2026 1. A By-law to amend By-law 1/2022 (The Zoning By-law) of The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay (1755 John Street Road). By-law Number: 7- 2026 2. A By-law to provide for a 2026 Interim Tax Levy. By-law Number: 10- 2026 3. A By-law to am
THAT the following By-law be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: BL 390-2025 1. A By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council, this 16th day of December, 2025. For (11): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Kasey Etreni, Councillor Andrew Foulds, Councill
WITH RESPECT to the confidential memorandum from Tina Larocque, Coordinator – Boards, Committees and Special Projects dated November 17, 2025 relative to Council appointments to Committees and Boards, we recommend the following Council members be appointed for the remainder of a 4 year term expiring November 14, 2026, or until such time as a replacement has been appointed: 1. Community Safety and
WITH RESPECT to the Memorandum from Councillor Greg Johnsen dated November 5, 2025, we recommend that Administration prepare an amendment to By-law 225-1998 (as amended) that requires each member of council to hold a minimum of one (1) Ward or Townhall meeting per year beginning in 2027; AND THAT Administration bring this report and proposed by-law amendment to the Standing Committee on Finance an
WITH RESPECT to Report 381-2025-Community Services we recommend that the City of Thunder Bay move forward with a City-run operating model for the Tbaytel Multiplex; AND THAT the financial implications of a City-operated model be included in the 2026 Operating Budget for City Council’s consideration; AND THAT any necessary by-laws be presented to City Council for ratification. For (11): Mayor Ken B
THAT the following By-law be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law 352-2025 1. A By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council, this 2nd day of December, 2025. For (13): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor Kasey Etreni
THAT the following By-law be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number 375-2025 1. A By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council, this 24th day of November, 2025. For (12): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor Kase
WITH RESPECT to the November 24, 2025 Committee of the Whole - Budget meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
WITH RESPECT to Report 336-2025-Corporate Services-Finance-2026- 2027 Proposed Capital Budget we recommend that the Rural Trunk Ditching allocation be increased by $40,000 in each year for a revised total of $170,000 in 2026 and 2027 to address identified drainage deficiencies along rural road corridors; AND THAT this increase be financed by the tax levy.
THAT the following By-laws be introduced, read, dealt with individually, engrossed, signed by the Mayor and Clerk, sealed and numbered: By-law Number: 305-2025 1. A By-law to amend by-law 129-1991 - Chippewa Park Carousel For (13): Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor Kasey Etreni, Councillor Andrew Fould
WITH RESPECT to Report 291-2025-Planning Services, we recommend that the request by 2298184 Ontario Inc. to extend draft plan approval (58T-13505) as it applies to Gemstone Estates Stage 6 Draft Plan of Subdivision, being a portion of Part of Mining Location R3 described as Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 on RP 55R-10449, Parts 1 and 2 on RP 55R-8139, and Part 1 on RP 55R-8139 except Part 1 on RP 55R-9814 (w
WITH RESPECT to the Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Quality of Life Standing Committee meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
THAT the Minutes of the following Committee of the Whole meeting, be adopted: City Council – Tuesday, September 2, 2025 1. August 25, 2025 Committee of the Whole. For (12): Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor Kasey Etreni, Councillor Andrew Foulds, Councillor Trevor Giertuga, Councillor Brian Hamilton, Councillor Greg Johns
THAT the Minutes of the following Meetings of the Thunder Bay City Council, be confirmed: 1. The Thunder Bay City Council held on August 25, 2025. For (12): Councillor Rajni Agarwal, Councillor Albert Aiello, Councillor Mark Bentz, Councillor Shelby Ch'ng, Councillor Kasey Etreni, Councillor Andrew Foulds, Councillor Trevor Giertuga, Councillor Brian Hamilton, Councillor Greg Johnsen, Councillor K
WITH RESPECT to the Monday, August 25, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
WITH RESPECT to the August 11, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed, as amended.
WITH RESPECT to the July 21, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed.
THAT the order of the agenda be changed to have the Report Back: Temporary Village Initiative-Site Location Comparison be presented as the first report under Reports of Municipal Officers – Operations Session.
WITH RESPECT to the July 14, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting, we recommend that the agenda as printed, including any additional information and new business, be confirmed, as amended.
WITH RESPECT to Report 185-2025-Corporate Services-Finance, it is recommended that the Investment Policy Statement (IPS), as amended and Committee of the Whole – Monday, July 14, 2025 appended to this report as Attachment A, be approved and included in the Corporate Policy Manual; AND THAT the necessary by-law be presented to City Council for ratification.
WITH RESPECT to Report 234-2025-Infrastructure & Operations-Environment we recommend the implementation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology to automate the water meter reading system; AND THAT the project costs be included in the 2026-2028 Waterworks and Wastewater rate-supported capital budgets; AND THAT the City Manager be authorized to sign any necessary agreements related to t
THAT the Minutes of the following Meetings of the Thunder Bay City Council, to be confirmed: 1. The Thunder Bay City Council held on June 2, 2025; 2. The Thunder Bay City Council Special Session - Community Economic Development Commission Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2025; City Council – Monday, June 23, 2025 3. The Thunder Bay City Council (Public Meeting) held on June 16, 2025.