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Special Council Meeting
Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
August 19, 2026
4:01 p.m.
Council Chambers or Electronic Participation
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 C. Traill, Councillor W. Woo,
Councillor M. Zwart
Staff Present: J. Gallagher, M. Chambers, M. Dempster, T. Pinn, D. Lyons
Other Staff Present: M. Westover, P. Pirri, S. Gattie, H. Masood, A. Tapp,
K. Richardson, T. Hunt, N. Zambri
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1. Call to Order
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m.
2. Land Acknowledgement Statement
Councillor Rang led the meeting in the Land Acknowledgement Statement.
3. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest stated at this meeting.
Alter the Agenda
Resolution # C-231-26
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 5.7 - Memo-005-26 - CAO Delegation –
DC Reduction Program, at this time.
Carried
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5. 5.7 Memo-005-26 - CAO Delegation – DC Reduction Program
Resolution # C-232-26
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That Memo-005-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
That delegated authority be given to the CAO and Mayor to sign the Transfer
Payment Agreement and take the necessary actions to facilitate the Development
Charges Rebate Program grant with the Province of Ontario;
That Staff, subject to an executed agreement with the Province, be authorized to
provide grants equal to the amount required to reduce DCs to 50% of the amount in
effect on March 30, 2026, for the period March 30, 2026, to March 30, 2029, for
residential development;
That Staff be authorized to take the necessary measures to enact the DC rebate
program; and
That all interested parties be advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
4. Presentations/Delegations
Mary-Anne Dempster, CAO, acknowledged this was the last meeting of Council of
the term. Mary-Anne highlighted the accomplishments, some key achievements, and
noted alignment with the Strategic Plan and many Continuous Improvement
initiatives. M. Dempster noted some upcoming projects and thanked the Members of
Council for their direction, teamwork and partnership.
Mayor Foster echoed the CAO's comments and acknowledged and thanked the
dedicated team of Staff and the tremendous progress made this term of Council.
Mayor Foster expressed appreciation to all members of Council for their
contributions throughout the term and thanked and acknowledged Councillor Rang’s
upcoming retirement from Council.
4.2 Delegation by Ray Abraham regarding Report PDS-077-26 - Zoning By-law
Amendment Application to Facilitate the Development of a Six-Storey
Apartment Building with 166 Units, Nine Linked Townhouse Units and 30
Stacked Townhouse Units in Newcastle
Ray Abraham was present regarding Report PDS-077-26 - Zoning By-law
Amendment Application to Facilitate the Development of a Six-Storey Apartment
Building with 166 Units, Nine Linked Townhouse Units and 30 Stacked Townhouse
Units in Newcastle. Ray provided an overview of the project and outlined the many
changes made through the application process as a result of Planning staff's
recommendations. R. Abraham is requesting the recommendations be approved.
Ray answered questions from the Members of Council.
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4.3 Delegation by Mark Jacobs, Biglieri Group and Dirk Janas SLR Consulting,
regarding Report PDS-078-26 - Applications for an OPA, ZBA and Draft Plan of
Subdivision to Remove a Wetland Feature to Facilitate the Proposed
Development
Mark Jacobs, Biglieri Group and Dirk Janas SLR Consulting, were present regarding
Report PDS-078-26 - Applications for an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision to Remove a Wetland Feature to Facilitate
the Proposed Development within the Brookhill Neighbourhood Secondary Plan
Area. Mark provided an overview of the report and noted they support the
recommendations. M. Jacobs added that this will provide a positive framework for
development in this area. Mark noted that the wetlands are isolated and not
connected to any creeks and that they are hoping to restore the wetlands elsewhere
and will continue to work with staff on the wetland alteration. M. Jacobs added that
CLOCA has reviewed and supports the recommendations in the report. Mark and
Dirk answered questions from the Members of Council.
4.4 Delegation by Christian Jattan and William Maria, GHD Limited, regarding PDS-
079-26 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of
Subdivision Applications
Christian Jattan and William Maria, GHD Limited, were present regarding PDS-079-
26 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of
Subdivision Applications. Christian thanked Staff and the residents for participating in
the process. C. Jattan provided an overview of the history of the application which
began in 2017 when the Wilmot Creek Secondary Plan was initiated. Christian noted
that this conforms with the Secondary Plan. C. Jattan highlighted the changes from
the initial application and adjustments made, and noted technical reviews were
completed and listed in the Report. Christian requested that the recommendations be
approved and answered questions from the Members of Council.
4.5 Delegation by Christian Jattan, GHD Limited, regarding Report PDS-080-26 -
Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate 160 Residential Units at
Bennett Road in Newcastle
Christian Jattan, GHD Limited, was present regarding Report PDS -080-26 - Zoning
By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate 160 Residential Units at Bennett Road in
Newcastle. Christian thanked Staff for the recommendation s in the report and noted
all questions and concerns have been addressed and implementing the framework of
the Secondary Plan through the Zoning By-law Amendment. C. Jattan reviewed the
development plan and technical reviews. Christian requested the recommendation
be approved and answered questions from the Members of Council.
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4.1 Delegation by Naz Mohammed regarding Report PDS-077-26 - Zoning By-law
Amendment Application to Facilitate the Development of a Six-Storey
Apartment Building with 166 Units, Nine Linked Townhouse Units and 30
Stacked Townhouse Units in Newcastle
Naz Mohammed was present, via electronic means, regarding Report PDS-077-26 -
Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate the Development of a Six-Storey
Apartment Building with 166 Units, Nine Linked Townhouse Units and 30 Stacked
Townhouse Units in Newcastle. Naz expressed concerns with increased traffic and
noted that the area residents were not notified about the that this location would be
rezoned to multi-residential development. N. Mohammed answered questions from
the Members of Council.
5. Consent Agenda
Resolution # C-233-26
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That all Items listed in Section 5, with the exception of Item 5.7 which was
considered earlier in the meeting, be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.
Carried
5.1 CAO-010-26 - Courtice Community Improvement Plan Grant; 1465 Highway 2,
Courtice
Resolution # C-234-26
That Report CAO-010-26, and any related communication items, be received;
That Council approve 1465 King Street Inc.’s acceptance into the 2016 Courtice
Main Street Community Improvement Plan’s Tax-Increment Grant program;
That Council approve a Tax Increment Grant of up to 75% of the municipal portion of
the property tax increase generated by the development, payable annually for up to
10 years in accordance with the Courtice Main Street Community Improvement Plan
and the terms of the CIP Agreement, and;
That Council’s approval of a Tax Increment Grant for 1465 King Street Inc. be
conditional upon completion of the project in accordance with site plan approval and
fulfillment of the requirements of the CIP Agreement to the satisfaction of the
Municipality.
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5.2 PDS-075-26 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate 119
Residential Units and Various Part Lots within the Northglen Neighbourhood in
Bowmanville
Resolution # C-235-26
That Report PDS-075-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment, attached to Report PDS-075-26 as Attachment
1, be approved;
That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of
Report PDS-075-26 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
5.3 PDS-077-26 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate the
Development of a Six-Storey Apartment Building with 166 Units, Nine Linked
Townhouse Units and 30 Stacked Townhouse Units in Newcastle
Resolution # C-236-26
That Report PDS-077-26 and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by KLM Planning Partners
Incorporated (agent) representing 1532314 Ontario Ltd. (Owner), attached to Report
PDS-077-26 as Attachment 1, be approved;
That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of
Report PDS-077-26 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
5.4 PDS-078-26 - Applications for an Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision to Remove a Wetland Feature to
Facilitate the Proposed Development within the Brookhill Neighbourhood
Secondary Plan Area
Resolution # C-237-26
That Report PDS-078-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
That the Official Plan Amendments, attached to Report PDS-078-26 as Attachment
1, be approved; and
That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
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5.4.1 Correspondence from Libby Racansky regarding report PDS-078-26 -
Applications for an OPA, ZBA and Draft Plan of Subdivision to Remove a
Wetland Feature to Facilitate the Proposed Development within the Brookhill
Neighbourhood Secondary Plan Area
Item 5.4.1 was considered during Item 5.4 - Deport PDS-078-26 - Applications for an
OPA, ZBA and Draft Plan of Subdivision to Remove a Wetland Feature t o Facilitate
the Proposed Development within the Brookhill Neighbourhood Secondary Plan
Area.
5.5 PDS-079-26 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft
Plan of Subdivision Applications for 1,293 Residential Units within the Wilmot
Creek Secondary Plan Area
Resolution # C-238-26
That Report PDS-079-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
That the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment, attached to
Report PDS-079-26 as Attachment 1 and Attachment 2, be approved;
That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of
Report and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
5.5.1 Correspondence from Pauline Alton regarding Pauline Alton regarding Report
PDS-079-26 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft
Plan of Subdivision Applications for 1,293 Residential Units within the Wilmot
Creek Secondary Plan Area
Item 5.5.1 was considered during Item 5.5 - Report PDS-079-26 - Official Plan
Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications
for 1,293 Residential Units within the Wilmot Creek Secondary Plan Area.
5.5.2 Correspondence from Jason Da Silva, Rice Development Corp.,
regarding Report PDS-079-26 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications for 1,293 Residential
Units within the Wilmot Creek Secondary Plan Area
Item 5.5.2 was considered during Item 5.5 - Report PDS-079-26 - Official Plan
Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications
for 1,293 Residential Units within the Wilmot Creek Secondary Plan Area.
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5.6 PDS-080-26 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application to Facilitate 160
Residential Units at Bennett Road in Newcastle
Resolution # C-239-26
That Report PDS-080-26 and any related delegations or communication items, be
received;
That the Zoning By-law Amendment, attached to Report PDS-080-26 as Attachment
1, be approved;
That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of
Report PDS-080-26 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
6. Public Meetings (6:00 p.m.)
6.1 Public Meeting for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision
Rick James and Morgan James Shanahan expressed concerns regarding the
proposed density, greenspace and parkland provisions, traffic impacts, the proposed
roundabout. They questioned the impact of the proposed development near the
wetland and watercourse. R. James also raised concerns related to noise and the
proposed stormwater management pond. With the use of handouts, Rick proposed
an alternative townhouse development concept that he believes would be more
compatible with the area. Rick and Morgan answered questions from the Members of
Council.
Melanie Czajko agreed with the comments of the previous delegate regarding the
environmental concerns. Melanie expressed concerns with safety and traffic as this
development is in catchment area for new Northglen Public School. M. Czajko added
these are strictly enforced, and they live 1.5 km. and the bussing distance is 1.6 km
as per new Kawartha Pineridge School Board policy. Melanie has concerns with
children walking along Concession Road 3 and noted that new buyers may not be
aware. M. Czajko added there is more development planning in th is area in the next
three to five years and worries that the infrastructure will not support this growth.
Melanie answered questions from the Members of Council.
Christian Jattan, GHD Limited was present on behalf of Lack Realty Appraisers and
Consultants Inc. Using an electronic presentation, Christian reviewed the site plan
and context, proposed concept plan, draft plan of subdivision, and draft zoning by -
law amendment. C. Jattan believes there will be sidewalks on the round -a-bout, and
the sidewalks will be as far west as possible to address some safety concerns.
Christian added that he cannot speak to the school boards policies. C. Jattan
advised they will address the wetlands and environmental concerns as the
application progresses.
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6.1.1 PDS-072-26 - A Zoning By-Law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision to
Permit the Development of 11 Front-loaded Townhouse Dwellings Units and 12
Dual Frontage Townhouse Dwellings Units for a Total of 23 Residential Units
Resolution # C-240-26
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That Report PDS-072-26 and any related communication items, be received for
information only;
That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect
to Zoning By-Law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications submitted
by GHD Limited (Agent) on behalf of Lack Realty Appraisers and Consultants Inc.
(Owner) and continue processing the applications including the preparation of a
subsequent recommendations report; and,
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-072-26 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Motion Lost (3 to 4)
Resolution # C-241.26
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Rang
That Report PDS-072-26 and any related communication items, be received for
information only;
That the matter be referred back to Staff to obtain CLOCA's response and continue
processing the applications with significant attention paid to the wetland features;
and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-072-26 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried as Amended see following motions
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Amendment:
Resolution # C-242-26
Moved by Councillor Anderson
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the foregoing Resolution #C-241-26 be amended by adding the following:
"That Staff pay particular with significant attention paid to the number of units and the
safety of the residents."
Carried
Main Motion as Amended
Resolution # C-243-26
That Report PDS-072-26 and any related communication items, be received for
information only;
That the matter be referred back to Staff to obtain CLOCA's response and continue
processing the applications with significant attention paid to the wetland features;
That Staff pay particular with significant attention paid to the number of units and the
safety of the residents; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-072-26 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
6.2 Public Meeting for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision
Emma West, Bousfields Inc., was present on behalf of Lambs Road Development
(Kaitlin Corporation). Using an electronic presentation Emma reviewed the site
location, policy and regulatory context, the current proposal, the proposed zoning by-
law amendment and draft plan of subdivision.
Recess
Resolution # C-244-26
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That the Committee recess for 5 minutes.
Carried
The meeting reconvened at 7:19 p.m. with Mayor Foster in the Chair.
Emma West answered questions from the Members of Council.
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6.2.1 PDS-073-26 - ZBA & Draft Plan of Subdivision to facilitate the development of
an estimated 1290 units in a variety of built forms including individual lots for
single detached dwellings on-street townhouses and medium density low and
mid-rise development
Resolution # C-245-26
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
That Report PDS-073-26 and any related communication items, be received for
information only;
That Staff receive and consider comments from the public, review agencies, and
Council with respect to the Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by
Bousfields Inc. on behalf of Lambs Road Development (Kaitlin Corporation) and
continue processing the application including the preparation of a subse quent
recommendation report; and,
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-073-26 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
6.3 Public Meeting for an Official Plan Amendment
Michelle Diplock, Nethery Planning, was present on behalf of Farsight Investments
Ltd. Using an electronic presentation, Michelle reviewed the required approvals, the
community design plan, the background and pre-consultation, site context and
proposal. M. Diplock continued by providing an overview of the policy and regulatory
context and urban design context. Michelle answered question from the Members of
Council.
6.3.1 PDS-076-26 - Official Plan Amendment Application to Facilitate 182 Townhouse
Units within a Single Site Plan Block within the Draft Approved Far Sight
(Timber Trails) Subdivision in Bowmanville
Resolution # C-246-26
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That Report PDS-076-26 and any related communication items, be received for
information only;
That Staff receive and consider comments from the public and Council with respect
to the Official Plan Amendment application;
That the Official Plan Amendment application submitted by the applicant be
supported and the Amendment in Attachment 1 to this report be approved;
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That the Region of Durham Community Growth and Economic Development
Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of
Report PDS-076-26 and Council’s decision; and
That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-076-26 and any delegations be
advised of Council’s decision.
Carried
The Public Meeting concluded at 7:51 p.m.
7. By-laws
Resolution # C-247-26
Moved by Councillor Woo
Seconded by Councillor Rang
That all Items listed in Section 7, be approved.
Carried
7.1 2026-085 - Being a by-law to designate the property known for municipal
purposes as 106 Beaver Street South, Newcastle, Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-248-26
That By-law Number 2026-085, be approved.
7.2 2026-086 - Being a by-law to designate the property known for municipal
purposes as 107 Beaver Street South, Newcastle, Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-249-26
That By-law Number 2026-086, be approved.
7.3 2026-087 - Being a by-law to designate the property known for municipal
purposes as 3438 Green Road, Bowmanville, Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-250-26
That By-law Number 2026-087, be approved.
7.4 2026-088 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-251-26
That By-law Number 2026-088, be approved.
7.5 2026-089 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-252-26
That By-law Number 2026-089, be approved.
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7.6 2026-090 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-253-26
That By-law Number 2026-090, be approved.
7.7 2026-091 - Being a By-law to amend By-law 84-63, the Comprehensive Zoning
By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington
Resolution # C-254-26
That By-law Number 2026-091, be approved.
8. Confirming By-law
Resolution # C-255-26
Moved by Councillor Zwart
Seconded by Councillor Anderson
That By-law 2026-092 being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of
the Municipality of Clarington at a special meeting held on August 19, 2026, be
approved.
Carried
9. Adjournment
Resolution # C-256-26
Moved by Councillor Rang
Seconded by Councillor Woo
That the meeting adjourn at 7:58 p.m.
Yes (7): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang,
Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo and Councillor Zwart
Carried on a recorded vote (7 to 0)