City Council Meeting Highlights - March 16, 2026

Brandon, MB – At its regular meeting on Mon, Mar. 16, Brandon City Council discussed a variety of topics focused on governance, housing, infrastructure, and future community amenities. Key highlights are summarized below. View the full agenda at brandon.ca/media/4rmhgio5/1-agenda-march-16-2026-clklt-2023.pdf

Council Compensation Review

Council received a legislatively required presentation reviewing Council compensation, benefits, and overall Council structure. The review also examined Brandon’s current ward system and included a potential option to move to an at‑large model, where councillors would represent larger districts. A special Council meeting will be scheduled in the near future to allow for further discussion of the potential options.

Accessible Customer Service Policy

Council approved the City’s Accessible Customer Service Policy to ensure continued compliance with the Accessibility for Manitobans Act. This supports the continued enhancement of accessibility practices across municipal services to ensure compliance with provincial legislation and equitable service delivery for residents.

Subdivision Application for New Residential Development - 2940 Victoria Ave.

Council approved a subdivision application at 2940 Victoria Ave. to support the development of a new 120‑unit residential building. The approval allows for a bare‑land condominium layout with shared common space.

2026 Citizen Appointments to Council Committees

Council appointed Colleen Anderson as Chair of the Board of Revision until the end of their term of office Dec. 31, 2026.

By‑Laws:

·       By‑Law No. 7441

Council approved By-Law No. 7441 to rezone property located at 1445 – 8^th St. from Residential Low Density to Residential Moderate Density. This change allows for the development of a six‑unit residential building.

·       By‑Law No. 7442

Council approved an amendment to borrowing By‑Law No. 7331 to fund Phase 1 of the Southeast Brandon Drainage Improvement Project. The new stormwater infrastructure is aimed at improving drainage and reducing flood risks in the area.

·       By‑Law No. 7445

Council gave first reading to By‑Law No. 7445 to close and convey a portion of 11^th St. E., south of McTavish Ave. E. This will allow for future industrial land expansion and development.

·       By‑Law No. 7446

Council gave first reading to By‑Law No. 7446 to close a portion of McTavish Ave., south of the Brandon Police Service building. The area has been closed since 2022 due to an expansion. This partial closure will increase parking for police vehicles, while maintaining lane access and pedestrian connectivity.

·       By-Law No. 7448

Council gave first reading to By-Law No. 7448, related to borrowing for the design and construction of a new outdoor aquatics facility. Design work for this project is planned for 2026 and construction is anticipated to begin in 2027. Early design concepts include a lap pool, leisure pool, water slide, and spray features.

The next regular City Council meeting will be held on Tue, Apr. 7, 2026, at 7 p.m.

View all Council Agendas and Minutes on brandon.ca/city-hall/agendas-and-minutes.

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