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General Government Committee
Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
March 4, 2024
9:30 a.m.
Council Chambers or Microsoft Teams
Municipal Administrative Centre
40 Temperance Street, 2nd Floor
Bowmanville, Ontario
Members Present: Mayor A. Foster, Councillor G. Anderson, Councillor S. Elhajjeh,
Councillor L. Rang, Councillor W. Woo
Regrets: Councillor M. Zwart
Absent: Councillor C. Traill
Staff Present: M. Dempster, J. Newman, L. Patenaude, R. Maciver, T. Pinn, C.
Salazar, D. Speed, J. Gallagher, L. Reck
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1. Call to Order
Councillor Rang called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m.
Councillor Woo joined later in the meeting at 9:36 a.m.
2. Land Acknowledgement Statement
Councillor Elhajjeh led the meeting in the Land Acknowledgement Statement.
3. Declaration of Interest
There were no disclosures of interest stated at this meeting.
4. Announcements
Members of Committee announced upcoming community events and matters of
community interest.
Councillor Woo joined the meeting at 9:36 a.m.
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5. Presentations/Delegations (10 Minute Time Limit)
5.1 Delegation by Sandra Kearns, Regarding a Request to Amend Kennel By-
law 2013-25 and Noise By-law 2007-071 to Prevent Noise from Impacting
Neighbouring Properties
Sandra Kearns was present regarding a request to amend the Kennel and Noise
By-law to prevent noise from impacting neighboring properties. Using an
electronic presentation, Sandra expressed concerns and contradictions between
the two by-laws S. Kearns stated no contradictions have been found in any area
municipality's by-laws. Sandra displayed videos of the constant barking sounds
from her property. S. Kearns expressed concerns regarding the Kennel By-law,
including Section 2.3 and the number of dogs allowed, site drawings, and
operation requirements. Sandra also expressed concerns regarding the Public
Special Events By-law, Section 3.23. S. Kearns concluded by requesting the
Committee undertake a review of the by-laws to prevent noise from impacting
neighboring properties and provide clarity on the regulations and answered
questions from Members of Committee.
Resolution # GG-013-24
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Delegation of Sandra Kearns, Regarding Request to Amend Kennel By -
law 2013-025 and Noise By-law 2007-071 to Prevent Noise from Impacting
Neighboring Properties, be referred to Staff to report back on the review of the
by-laws.
Carried
5.2 Presentation by Andrea Smith, Policy Advisor, Corporate Initiatives, Region
of Durham, Regarding the Development of Durham Region's 2025 Strategic
Plan
Andrea Smith, Policy Advisor, Corporate Initiatives, Region of Durham, was
present regarding the Development of Durham Region's 2025 Strategic Plan.
Using an electronic presentation, Andrea provided the background of Durham
Region's Strategic Plan. A. Smith outlined the approaches to strategy
development and the development timeline. Andrea provided an overview of the
engagement activities created and noted additional engagement opportunities
will continue until June. A. Smith stated they are raising awareness and
encouraging engagement in their survey and answered questions from Members
of Committee.
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Resolution # GG-014-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Delegation by Andrea Smith, Policy Advisor, Corporate Initiatives,
Region of Durham, Regarding the Development of Durham Region's 2025
Strategic Plan, be received with thanks.
Carried
5.3 Presentation by Inspector Stefanie Finateri, Officer-in-Charge, Durham
Regional Police Service, Regarding a 2023 Annual Review
Inspector Stefanie Finateri, Officer-in-Charge, Durham Regional Police Services,
was present regarding the 2023 Annual Review. Using an electronic
presentation, Inspector Finateri provided an overview the 2023 East Division
boundaries. Inspector S. Finateri explained the comparison s of roadway safety,
street/compliance checks, calls for service, general occurrences, and stolen
vehicles, between 2022 to 2023. Inspector Finateri provided an overview of their
notice of community crime program, outlined the community initiative programs,
and answered questions from Members of Committee.
Resolution # GG-015-24
Moved by Councillor Woo
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Delegation by Inspector Stefanie Finateri, Officer-in-Charge, Durham
Regional Police Service, Regarding a 2023 Annual Review, be received with
thanks.
Carried
Recess
Resolution # GG-016-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Committee recess for 10 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 10:56 a.m. with Councillor Rang in the Chair.
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5.4 Presentation by Jocelyn Siciliano, Sahar Foroutani, and Stella Danos -
Papaconstantinou, Region of Durham, Regarding Homelessness in Durham
Region
Sahar Foroutani, Area Manager of Homeless System Team, Jocelyn Siciliano,
Area Manager of Homeless Direct Delivery Team, and Stella Danos-
Papaconstantinou, Commissioner of Social Services, Region of Durham, were
present regarding a Homelessness Overview. Sahar provided an overview of the
homelessness system including emergency shelters, supports, and services,
homelessness prevention, and housing and related services. S. Foroutani
explained the various situations of homelessness including unsheltered,
emergency shelter, temporarily accommodated, and at risk of homelessness.
Sahar provided an overview of the Housing First program, the coordinated
access system, and the by-name list. Jocelyn outlined their homelessness
outreach services (Mental Health Outreach Program, Primary Care Outreach
Program, and Durham Region Outreach Workers) and additional community
street outreach programs. J. Siciliano provided an overview of their key
performance indicators, homeless help contact information and training
opportunities. Sahar, Jocelyn, and Stella answered questions from Members of
Committee.
Resolution # GG-017-24
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That the Delegation by Sahar Foroutani, Area Manager of Homeless System
Team, Jocelyn Siciliano, Area Manager of Homeless Direct Delivery Team, and
Stella Danos-Papaconstantinou, Commissioner of Social Services, Region of
Durham, Regarding a Homelessness Overview, be received with thanks.
Carried
5.5 Presentation by Rob Maciver, Deputy CAO/Solicitor, Regarding Report
LGS-008-24, Municipal Regulations for Encampments
Rob Maciver, Deputy CAO/Solicitor, was present regarding Report LGS-008-24,
Municipal Regulations for Encampments. Using an electronic presentation, Rob
provided an overview of the changing social landscape and summarized the
existing municipal regulation framework. R. Maciver provided an overview of
recent legal rulings in Waterloo, City of Kingston, and Court Cases from British
Columbia. Rob explained the new approach to encampment regulation, which
will replace the current Parks By-law. R. Maciver displayed photos of different
encampment sites and noted the by-law will outline where encampment sites are
unsuitable. Rob added that unregulated encampment sites become more
permanent, and large, etc. R. Maciver explained the new approach which
includes providing a space for temporary shelter overnight, with rules of
maximum areas and distance regulations. Rob explained that an encampment
protocol for Municipal Law Enforcement will be created, and Staff will work in
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close consultation with Durham Region and DRPS. R. Maciver answered
questions from Members of Committee.
5.5.1 LGS-008-24 - Municipal Regulation of Encampments
Resolution # GG-018-24
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That Report LGS-008-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received;
That the By-law, included as Attachment 1 of Report LGS-008-24, to amend By-
law 2006-126, a by-law to regulate public parks and open spaces in Clarington,
be approved;
That the Legislative Services Department is directed to prepare an encampment
response protocol for Municipal Law Enforcement Officers in consultation with
the Region of Durham and the Durham Regional Police Services; and
That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-008-24, and any delegations, be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried Later in the Meeting, see following motion
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # GG-019-24
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting until the
discussion of Item 5.1.1 is complete.
Carried
The foregoing Resolution #GG-018-24 was then put to a vote and carried.
The Committee recessed for their one hour scheduled break in accordance with
the Procedural By‑law.
The meeting reconvened at 1:07 p.m. with Councillor Rang in the Chair.
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5.6 Delegation by Lynn Jeffs, Gems for Gems, Regarding Report PUB-003-23
Hope's Cradle
Lynn Jeffs, Gems for Gems, was present via electronic means regarding Report
PUB-003-23 Hope's Cradle. Lynn explained the background of three cradles in
Canada and why they are important. L. Jeffs stated that the Fire Chief and
Council have supported the addition of Hope's Cradle in Fire Station #1. Lynn
explained the process of Hope's Cradle and the stakeholders involved. L. Jeffs
requested Committee to table the decision to the next General Government
Committee Meeting so that Gems for Gems can prepare information to address
concerns put forward by Children's Aid and DRPS. Lynn answered questions
from Members of Committee.
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # GG-020-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Agenda be altered to consider Report PUB-003-24, at this time.
Carried
6.3 PUB-003-24 - Hope’s Cradle
Resolution # GG-021-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report PUB-003-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be referred to the April 8, 2024, General Government Committee meeting;
That Clarington Council support, in principle, the opening of the Bowmanville
Hope's Cradle;
That Staff engage in further discussion with the stakeholders; and
That all interested parties listed in PUB-003-24, and any delegations, be advised
of Council’s decision.
Carried
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6. Consent Agenda
Resolution # GG-022-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That all items listed in Section 6, with the exception of Item 6.3 (previously
considered), be approved on consent.
Carried
6.1 Correspondence from the Newcastle Memorial Arena Requesting Funds to
Purchase a Scrubber
Resolution # GG-023-24
That Staff release the remaining funds in the Newcastle Operating Reserve
Funds to the Newcastle Memorial Arena Board, to purchase a Scrubber.
6.2 Correspondence from the Region of Durham, Regarding a Request to the
Province to Permanently Remove Tolls on Highway 407 Between Brock
Road in Pickering and Highway 35/115 (Mayor Foster)
Resolution # GG-024-24
That the following resolution from the Region of Durham, regarding Request to
the Province to Permanently Remove Tolls on Highway 407 Between Brock Road
in Pickering and Highway 35/115, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington:
Whereas Highway 407 from Brock Road (Regional Road 1) in Pickering to
Highway 35/115 is provincially owned and tolls are set by the province;
And whereas the province introduced legislation that if passed would ban
tolls from provincially owned highways including all 400-series highways
except for Highway 407 which is located almost exclusively in Durham
Region;
And whereas if excluded from the proposed ban on tolls, Highway 407
would become the only tolled provincially owned highway in Ontario,
resulting in unfair economic impacts to Durham Region residents and
businesses;
And whereas the Province of Ontario has previously removed tolls on
Highways 412 and 418 located within Durham, demonstrating the
willingness to removing existing unfair tolls on provincially owned
highways and should therefore include the provincial 407 as part of the
proposed legislation;
And whereas the removal of tolls on the provincial Highway 407 would
reduce the cost of living for Durham Region residents and
drive economic growth, while ensuring fair and equitable treatment across
all provincial 400-series highways;
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Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Regional Municipality
of Durham hereby requests that the Province of Ontario include the
provincially owned portion of Highway 407 in any legislation banning tolls
on provincially owned highways; and
That a copy of this resolution be sent to The Honourable Doug Ford,
Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of
Transportation, The Honourable Vijay Thanigasalam, Associate Minister of
Transportation, all local Durham MPPs, and all Durham local area
municipalities; the City of Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough County,
Northumberland County, Cobourg, Belleville and their MPs and MPPs; the
Ontario Trucking Association; and associations related to the farming
community in Durham Region and Ontario.
6.4 PUB-004-24 - Emergency Management By-law Amendments
Resolution # GG-025-24
That Report PUB 004-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received;
That By-Laws 2018-010, 2018-072, and 2022-28 containing Clarington’s
Emergency Management Plan be repealed, and that the By-law attached to
Report PUB-004-24 as Attachment 2, containing Clarington’s recommended
Emergency Management Plan, be approved; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PUB 004 -24, and any delegations, be
advised of Council’s decision.
6.5 PUB-005-24 - Bowmanville Dog Park Lighting Update
Resolution # GG-026-24
That Report PUB-005-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received;
That Council direct Staff in the Infrastructure division to include a project for the
installation of a hardwired lighting system for the Bowmanville Leash Free Park
as part of the 2025-2027 capital budget request.
6.6 FSD-009-24 - 2023 Annual Council Remuneration Report
Resolution # GG-027-24
That Report FSD-009-24, be received for information.
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6.7
6.8
6.9
FSD-010-24 - Shaw House Accessibility Upgrades – Additional Funding
Resolution # GG-028-24
That Report FSD-010-24, be received;
That additional funds in the amount of $131,170 to complete the Shaw House
Renovation project be allocated from the Community Services Building
Refurbishment Reserve Fund be approved;
That $193,830 of unexpended capital project funds be reallocated to the Shaw
House Renovation project be approved; and
That all interested parties listed in Report FSD-010-24, and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
LGS-006-24 - 2023 Annual Accessibility Update
Resolution # GG-029-24
That Report LGS-006-24, and any related communication items, be received;
That the Report be placed on the Municipal website to meet the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) requirements; and
That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-006-24 be advised of Council’s
decision.
LGS-007-24 - Printing Services for External Organizations
Resolution # GG-030-24
That Report LGS-007-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received;
That the Council Policy for Printing Services for Non-Profit Organizations,
arising out of Report CLD-005-01, be repealed;
That the CAO be responsible for establishing a Management Directive for
printing services for external organizations; and
That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-007-24, and any delegations, be
advised of Council’s decision. 6.10 LGS-009-24 - Assumption of Road Widenings
Resolution # GG-031-24
That Report LGS-009-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received; and
That the By-law attached to Report LGS-009-24, as attachment 1, be approved.
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6.11 LGS-010-24 - Diversity in Clarington - 2023 Update on Diversity Initiatives
and Clarington’s Diversity Advisory Committee
Resolution # GG-032-24
That Report LGS-010-24 be received for information.
That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-010-24, and any delegations, be
advised of Council’s decision.
6.12 LGS-011-24 - Advisory Board and Committee’s Terms of Reference Update
Resolution # GG-033-24
That Report LGS-011-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received;
That Resolution #GPA-008-04, regarding the Protocol for Council – Appointed
Advisory Committees, approved in 2004, be rescinded;
That Clarington’s Task Force on Affordable Housing be discontinued and that the
members be thanked for their contribution;
That the Tourism Advisory Committee be discontinued;
That the proposed new Terms of References for Clarington’s Advisory
Committees, as Attachments 1 through 7 to Report LGS -011-23, be approved;
That Staff be directed to advertise for the vacancies on the Accessibility Advisory
Committee and Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee;
and
That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-011-24, and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
7. Items for Separate Discussion
7.1 LGS-012-24 - Appointments to the Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade
Committee, Clarington Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory
Committee, Diversity Advisory Committee, and Newcastle Village
Community Hall Board
Resolution # GG-034-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That Report LGS-012-24, and any related delegations or communication items,
be received;
That the resignations of Janet Lange, Jennifer Van Huss, Michelle Speirs, Brad
Jakobsen, Henry Wildeboer, Nakul Roy, Mary Taylor, Meera MacDonald, Yasmin
Shafi, Andaleeb Shafi, and Sharon Grant-Young, be received;
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That the applicants for the Clarington Task Force on Affordable Housing
vacancies, be notified of Council’s decision to discontinue the Task Force;
That Staff be authorized to re-advertise for the remaining vacancy on the
Newcastle Village Community Hall Board;
That the Committee consider the applications for appointments to the
Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade Committee, Clarington Active Transportation
and Safe Roads Advisory Committee, and Diversity Advisory Committee, and
that the vote be conducted to appoint the citizen representatives, in accordance
with the Appointment to Boards and Committees Policy; and
That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-012-24 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
Resolution # GG-035-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Woo
Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade Committee
That Cailley Hinbest, Dory Strikwerda, Ron Hooper, and Sajith Gnanasikhamani
(Kevin), be appointed to the Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade Committee for a
term ending December 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed.
Carried
Clarington Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory Committee
That Deborah Dorion be appointed to the Clarington Active Transportation and
Safe Roads Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2026, or until a
successor is appointed.
Clarington Diversity Advisory Committee
That Beverley Neblett, Rochelle Thomas, and Vincent Wong, be appointed to the
Diversity Advisory Committee for a term ending December 31, 2024, or until a
successor is appointed.
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7.2 Correspondence from Ron Morissette, Contract Supervisor Works
Construction, Region of Durham, Regarding a Request for Noise By-law
Exemption
Resolution # GG-036-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the request to extend the Noise By-law Exemption, from Ben McWade, P.
Eng, Acting Manager, Construction Management Services, Region of Durham, to
July 30, 2024, be approved.
Carried
8. Unfinished Business
9. New Business
9.1 Request the Province to Undertake a Comprehensive Social and Economic
Prosperity Review for Municipal Sustainability (Mayor Foster)
Resolution # GG-037-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Whereas current provincial-municipal fiscal arrangements are undermining
Ontario’s economic prosperity and quality of life;
And whereas nearly a third of municipal spending in Ontario is for services in
areas of provincial responsibility and expenditures are outpacing provincial
contributions by nearly $4 billion a year;
And whereas municipal revenues, such as property taxes, do not grow with the
economy or inflation;
And whereas unprecedented population and housing growth will require
significant investments in municipal infrastructure;
And whereas municipalities are being asked to take on complex health and social
challenges – like homelessness, supporting asylum seekers and addressing the
mental health and addictions crises;
And whereas inflation, rising interest rates, and provincial policy decisions are
sharply constraining municipal fiscal capacity;
And whereas property taxpayers – including people on fixed incomes and small
businesses – can’t afford to subsidize income re-distribution programs for those
most in need;
And whereas the province can, and should, invest more in the prosperity of
communities;
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And whereas municipalities and the provincial government have a strong history
of collaboration;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Municipality of Clarington requests that the
Province of Ontario commit to undertaking, with the Association of Municipalities
of Ontario (AMO), a comprehensive social and economic prosperity review to
promote the stability and sustainability of municipal finances across Ontario; and
That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister
of Municipal Affairs and Housing, local MPPs, AMO and the Municipal Finance
Officers’ Association of Ontario (MFOA).
Carried
9.2 Request for Report to Change Procedural By-law Regarding Delegations
(Mayor Foster)
Resolution # GG-038-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Municipal Clerk be directed to prepare a report for possible wording
changes to the Procedural By-law, as follows:
1. Require all requests for delegations to be accompanied by a written
submission, to be included in the Agenda, outlining their subject, their
address, their reason for delegating, their desired action requested of
Council, and any supporting documentation.
2. For matters which are more properly within the responsibility of staff, the
Clerk shall notify the proposed delegate that the delegation shall not be
listed on the agenda and shall direct the proposed delegate to the
appropriate department. The delegation shall not be listed on an agenda
until staff has had the opportunity to address the matter.
3. Not allow delegations who are there for the sole purpose of generating
publicity for an event.
4. Not allow candidates, or nominees, for a political party.
5. Regarding decorum, add the following clause as follows:
a. “No person shall make detrimental comments, or speak ill of, or malign
the integrity of staff, the public or Council and Committee.”
b. Members of the public shall be respectful of Council, staff, de legations
and all attendees at the meeting by refraining from public outbursts,
heckling, shouting, making comments, or behaviour intended to disrupt
the debate, discussion and/or general proceedings.
c. Attendees shall not engage in conversations, display placards or
props.
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6. Change the time limit for delegations from ten minutes to five minutes,
with a single extension of two minutes (as the exception only) by majority
vote. Should there be more than one individual that registers to speak as
a group, the group shall be allotted up to ten minutes to delegate.
That all interested parties be advised of Council's decision.
Amendment
Resolution # GG-039-24
Moved by Councillor Elhajjeh
Seconded by Mayor Foster
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-038-24 be amended by replacing the words
"single extension of two minutes (as the exception only)" with the words "single
extension of up to five minutes" in paragraph 6.
Carried
Main Motion as Amended
Resolution # GG-040-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Municipal Clerk be directed to prepare a report for possible wording
changes to the Procedural By-law, as follows:
1. Require all requests for delegations to be accompanied by a written
submission, to be included in the Agenda, outlining their subject, their
address, their reason for delegating, their desired action requested of
Council, and any supporting documentation.
2. For matters which are more properly within the responsibility of staff, the
Clerk shall notify the proposed delegate that the delegation shall not be
listed on the agenda and shall direct the proposed delegate to the
appropriate department. The delegation shall not be listed on an agenda
until staff has had the opportunity to address the matter.
3. Not allow delegations who are there for the sole purpose of generating
publicity for an event.
4. Not allow candidates, or nominees, for a political party.
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5. Regarding decorum, add the following clause as follows:
a. “No person shall make detrimental comments, or speak ill of, or malign
the integrity of staff, the public or Council and Committee.”
b. Members of the public shall be respectful of Council, staff, delegations
and all attendees at the meeting by refraining from public outbursts,
heckling, shouting, making comments, or behaviour intended to disrupt
the debate, discussion and/or general proceedings.
c. Attendees shall not engage in conversations, display placards or
props.
6. Change the time limit for delegations from ten minutes to five minutes,
with a single extension of up to five minutes by m ajority vote. Should there
be more than one individual that registers to speak as a group, the group
shall be allotted up to ten minutes to delegate.
That all interested parties be advised of Council's decision.
Carried
9.2.1 Correspondence from Libby Racansky, Expressing Concerns about
Proposed Procedural By-law Changes
Item 9.2.1, Correspondence from Libby Racansky, Expressing Concerns about
Proposed Procedural By-law Changes, was considered during Item 9.2.
9.3 Oath of Office (Councillor Anderson)
Resolution # GG-041-24
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That Council approves the Clarington Diversity Advisory Committee’s
recommendation, in their February 2, 2024 minutes, regarding the Oath of Office
for Members of Council;
That Council calls upon the Province of Ontario to make changes to the Oath of
Office to include indigenous and treaty rights by changing the oath of office to the
following, which has been endorsed by many Ontario municipalities:
"I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles III
and I will faithfully observe the laws of Canada including the Constitution,
which recognizes and affirms the
Indigenous and treaty rights of First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples."
That this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing, the local MPPs, the Durham Area Municipalities,
the Clarington Diversity Committee, and any other interested parties.
Carried
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10. Confidential Items
Suspend the Rules
Resolution # GG-042-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add an additional item, Regarding
the Hampton Hall Board, to the Agenda.
Carried
Closed Session
Resolution # GG-043-24
Moved by Mayor Foster
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended,
the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing a matter that deals with
personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local
board employees.
Carried
10.1 Hampton Hall Board (Councillor Anderson)
Rise and Report
The meeting resumed in open session at 2:57 p.m.
Councillor Rang advised that one item was discussed in “closed” session in
accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, and no resolutions
were passed.
11. Adjournment
Resolution # GG-045-24
Moved by Councillor Elhajjeh
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the meeting adjourn at 2:58 p.m.
Carried