HomeMy WebLinkAboutINS-18-030 - Feelings From the Heart Wedding Chapel Lease RenewalREPORT TO: Community & InfrastructureServices Committee
DATE OF MEETING:August 13, 2018
SUBMITTED BY: Cynthia Fletcher, Director, Facilities Mgmt. 519-741-2600 x 4424
PREPARED BY: Jim Edmondson, Manager, Facilities Mgmt. 519-741-2600 x 4754
WARD (S) INVOLVED:N/A
DATE OF REPORT:July 12, 2018
REPORT NO.:INS-18-030
SUBJECT:CITY HALL LEASE RENEWAL – FEELINGS FROM THE HEART
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RECOMMENDATION:
That the lease to the business, known as “Feelings From the Heart” to operate one
wedding chapel at City Hall be approved for renewal for an additional three year period
commencing on the first day of September, 2018 until August 31, 2021and that the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
BACKGROUND:
The tenant, Patricia Fretwell, presented City staff with appropriate notice of intent to continue
with the lease of space at City Hall. Facilities Management and Legal Services have successfully
negotiated renewal terms with the tenant based on fair market value analysis provided by
Economic Development.
REPORT:
The business known as “Feelings from the Heart” has successfully operated out of Kitchener
City Hall for approximately two decades. The business is very compatible with the City Hall
operation. The number of weddings and participants attending weddings at this location is added
value to the City of Kitchener.
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LIGNMENT WITH CITY OF KITCHENER STRATEGIC PLAN:
The recommendation of this report supports the achievement of the city’s strategic vision through
the delivery of core service.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Renewal of current lease supports operating budget projections for the next 3 years.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: N/A
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CONCLUSION:
Patricia Fretwell has been a solid tenant for her entire term over several years. Staff is
recommending that this tenancy be renewed for an additional three years. We seek Council
approval to proceed in this direction.
ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Denise McGoldrick, General Manager, Infrastructure Services
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