City Council Meeting Highlights - October 19, 2026

Brandon, MB – Brandon City Council held its final regular meeting of the 2022 – 2026 Council term on Mon, Oct. 19, 2026. Key highlights are summarized below. View the full agenda at brandon.ca.

Brandon Tourism Strategy and Brand Teaser

Council received a presentation from UpHouse featuring Brandon’s Tourism Strategy and a preview of new branding materials. The full strategy and implementation roadmap will be presented to City Council in December.

Public Hearing – Conditional Use Application

Council held a public hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission’s Conditional Use decision regarding a 24-hour youth safe space at 450 – 12th St. Council considered letters and presentations from those in favour of and opposed to the application. Council approved the conditional use application for a two-year period, with discussion about the need for additional data before considering a longer-term approval.

Rideau Park Enhancements
Council directed City administration to explore options for refinishing or refurbishing the Rideau Park water tower and adding lighting to create a Brandon landmark and visitor photo opportunity. Funding of $250,000 was referred for consideration to the 2027 budget deliberations process, with City administration report back on options by Mar. 30, 2027.

Outdoor Aquatic Centre – Manitoba GRO Funding Application
Council approved submitting an application to the Government of Manitoba’s Growth, Renewal and Opportunities (GRO) program for the Outdoor Aquatic Centre project. The GRO program provides provincial infrastructure funding to municipalities.

Fee Schedule Amendment to Include Digital Parking Rates
Council approved changes to the City’s fee schedule to include digital parking rates as the City prepares to introduce a digital parking option later this year. The City is also working with Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) to coordinate the transition to digital on-street parking in the hospital area. Digital parking rates will be $1 per hour on most city streets and $2 per hour in the PMH area.

Funding for Sportsplex Parking Lot Resurfacing Project
Council approved a bid from Zenith Paving Ltd. for $311,193.60, net of GST, to complete the Sportsplex parking lot resurfacing project. The project includes improvements to the parking lots and main entrance and is supported by $235,000 in provincial funding. The majority of the work is expected to take place in 2027.

Reserve Funds for Hydronic Pre-Heating Coil for the Sportsplex Pool
Council re-authorized $96,110 from the Sportsplex Reserve for the supply and installation of a hydronic pre-heating coil at the Brandon Community Sportsplex pool. The project was approved in 2025 and completed in spring 2026, but the funding was inadvertently not carried forward into the 2026 budget.

2025 Review of Utility Financial Position
Council received the 2025 review of the City of Brandon Water and Wastewater Utility’s financial position. The Utility recorded a $6.46 million operating surplus and continues to make progress in recovering past deficits, building reserves and investing in infrastructure. While financial challenges remain, the report indicates the Utility’s overall financial position continues to improve.

By-Laws:

• Council approved By-Law No. 7460 to amend Zoning By-Law No. 7124 to prevent additional dwelling units from being developed at the rear of properties where existing residential buildings are being retained.
• Council approved By-Law No. 7360 to amend Animal Control By-Law No. 5900 to provide pet owners with more licensing options. Under the amendment, pet owners will be able to obtain either a two-year pet licence or a one-time pet licence for dogs and cats over six months of age.

Reminder: The municipal election will take place on Wed, Oct. 28, 2026. To find all information on the election, visit brandon.ca/votes.

The next regular City Council meeting will be held on Mon, Nov. 16, 2026, at 7 p.m. 

View all Council Agendas and Minutes on brandon.ca/city-hall/mayor-and-council/council-meetings.

Watch all City Council Meetings on youtube.com/@CityofBrandonMB/streams.

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Media contact: Merrilea Metcalf  /  m.metcalf@brandon.ca  /  204-729-2590