Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (21 motions)
19 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
2025-113 That the November 25, 2025 Town Council Agenda be approved as amended by the addendum; and That the agenda be reordered for agenda item 8.0 Awards and Recognition to come immediately before delegations; and That the following Notices of Motion be added to the agenda as motions: Item 17.1 Councillor T. Rosa and Councillor D. Maskell – Establishment of an Arts Council and Grant Program Item 17.2 Mayor A. Groves – Request to Reevaluate Bench Program before 2027 Budget Item 17.3 Councillor L. Kiernan – Northwest Caledon Community Facility Partnership – Caledon Agricultural Society Item 17.4 Councillor T. Rosa – Use of 18 Ann Street by Caledon Chamber of Commerce Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 2 of 17 A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor T. Rosa, seconded by Councillor N. de Boer
Carried
2025-114 That the following items be approved as part of the consent agenda: Staff Report 2025-0718: CCCGT Primary Recipient Amendment Whereas a donor directly provided $20,000 to the primary grant recipient of Caledon Seniors Centre for the 2025 Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament rather than being made to the Town of Caledon; Therefore be it resolved that the primary grant recipient award for the 2025 Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament (CCCGT) be amended for a reduction of $20,000 to a total of $55,000; and That the be delegated the authority to amend the CCCGT agreement between the Town and Caledon Seniors Centre to reflect the $20,000 reduction in grant money received by the Town of Caledon. Mayor A. Groves - Request to Reevaluate Bench program before 2027 Budget Whereas a Budget Motion was submitted to the November 18, 2025 General Committee Budget meeting requesting the 2026 Budget include a bench program funded up to $50,000 to respond to bench requests in existing parks or trails; and Whereas the November 18, 2025 General Committee Budget meeting only consider matters related to the next annual budget in accordance with Procedure By-law section 14.4; and Whereas the Town of Caledon is committed to creating livable communities that contributes to the social and economic vitality of our municipality and works to strengthen community spaces and relationships beyond 2026 budget considerations; Therefore be it resolved that relevant staff be directed to evalua
Moved by Councillor C. Early, seconded by Councillor D. Sheen
Carried
That Council does now go into closed session pursuant to section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, to discuss: Closed Session Staff Report 2025-0692: Labour and Employee Relations – ATU Tentative Agreement Pursuant to Section 239(2)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to labour relations or employee negotiations. Closed Session Staff Report 2025-0778: Labour and Employee Relations – CPFFA Interest Arbitration Award Pursuant to Section 239(2)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to labour relations or employee negotiations. Closed Session Staff Report 2025-0772: Pegah Litigation, 14002 Highway 50, Ward 6 Pursuant to Section 239(2)(e)(f) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; and advice that is subject to solicitor- client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Maskell, seconded by Councillor D. Sheen
Carried
2025-115 That staff proceed as directed in Closed Session Staff Report 2025-0692: Labour and Employee Relations – ATU Tentative Agreement. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Sheen, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Carried
2025-116 That staff proceed as directed in Closed Session Staff Report 2025-0778: Labour and Employee Relations - CPFFA Interest Arbitration Award. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Maskell, seconded by Councillor T. Rosa
Carried
2025-117 That Legal Services be directed to proceed in accordance with the recommendations in Confidential Staff Report 2025-0772. Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 5 of 17 A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor M. Russo, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Carried
2025-118 WHEREAS On September 23, 2025, Council
Moved by Councillor L. Kiernan, seconded by Councillor C. Early
Deferred
2025-119 That the By-law attached as Schedule A Staff Report 2025-0305 be enacted to adopt Official Plan Amendment Number 7 to the Future Caledon Official Plan to update policies related to growth management and phasing. Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 7 of 17 A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor L. Kiernan, seconded by Councillor T. Rosa
Carried
That the $150 fee be removed from the Tree preservation By-law and That the administrative penalties be equally strengthened to offset the fee; and That the fee be reviewed in a year's time. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor N. de Boer, seconded by Councillor C. Early
Carried
2025-120 That Council adopt the Tree Preservation By-law to regulate the injuring and destruction of trees on private property; and That Council direct staff to update the Town’s Fees By-law, Schedule D, to include the fees for permits under the Tree Preservation By-law; and That Council direct staff to propose amendments to the Town’s Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law to designate the Tree Preservation By-law and set out Administrative Penalties for the Tree Preservation By-law; That the $150 fee be removed from the Tree preservation By-law and That the administrative penalties be equally strengthened to offset the fee; and That the fee be reviewed in a year's time. Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 8 of 17 Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 9 of 17 A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor N. de Boer, seconded by Councillor C. Early
Carried
2025-121 That the following Committee Meeting Minutes be approved, and all Committee decisions therein: The balance of the November 4, 2025 General Committee Meeting Minutes The balance of the November 11, 2025 Planning and Development Committee Meeting Minutes November 18, 2025 General Committee Budget Meeting Minutes November 19, 2025 Audit Committee Meeting Minutes November 24, General Committee Budget Meeting Minutes A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Maskell, seconded by Councillor T. Rosa
Carried
2025-122 That By-law 2025-108, previously identified as Schedule A to Staff Report 2025-0491 regarding the Bolton Secondary Plan, be enacted as amended to incorporate the following changes to Schedule “C” - Official Plan Amendment Number 3 to the Future Caledon Official Plan: 1. Delete Policy 33.1.9(b), Energy Conservation and Emission Reductions, and replace it with the following due to the effects of Bill 17: “All new development should demonstrate how they are incorporating climate change measures related to energy Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 10 of 17 efficiency, GHG emissions reduction and climate resiliency into their design, in general compliance with Town policy. Development will be encouraged to achieve sustainability performance targets established by the Town, consider innovative clean energy technologies, and collaborate on the implementation of community energy systems.” 2. In Policy 33.2.4(d), Highway 50 Queen Street Corridor – General Development and Design, replace “built form should address” with “built forms, other than sole commercial uses, should address”. 3. In Policy 33.2.8(a)(iii), Highway 50 Queen Street Corridor – Urban Centre Area, Permitted Uses, replace “A development concept plan may” with “For built forms other than sole commercial uses, a development concept plan may”. 4. In Policy 33.2.8(c)(vii), Highway 50 Queen Street Corridor – Urban Centre Area, Development and Design, replace “a development concept will be r
Moved by Councillor T. Rosa, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Carried
2025-123 That the 2026 OPP Budget be approved and submitted to the Region of Peel. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Sheen, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Carried
That Council refers the motion regarding the Renaming of Prince Andrew Drive in Ward 3 to staff for public notice, consultation and the acceptance of affected residents; and That staff be directed to prepare a report back on consultation results by the end of 2025. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor C. Early, seconded by Councillor D. Sheen
Carried
2025-124 Whereas the Town of Caledon is home to a vibrant and growing arts and culture community that contributes to the social and economic vitality of our municipality; and Whereas the Caledon arts community continues to thrive through Town-supported initiatives such as Art in the Halls and the annual Culture Days festival, which celebrate local creativity and provide accessible exhibition spaces for emerging and established artists; these programs, along with community events like the Caledon Creative Arts Festival—featuring interactive workshops, live music, and an artisan market—bring residents together and strengthen Caledon’s cultural identity, while additional resources such as the Town’s public art inventory, virtual public art map, and partnerships with local art clubs, libraries, and cultural organizations further foster artistic engagement and creativity across the community; and Whereas Caledon's Arts Community is tied to its tourism industry and local economy; Now therefore be it resolved that staff be directed to explore the establishment of a Caledon Arts Council and a Caledon Arts Grant Program to strengthen and support the local creative sector, and report back to Council with findings and recommendations. Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 13 of 17 A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor T. Rosa, seconded by Councillor D. Maskell
Carried
WHEREAS the Town of Caledon is committed to strengthening community relationships and supporting local organizations that contribute to civic engagement, economic vitality, and community-building within the municipality; and WHEREAS the Caledon Chamber of Commerce has expressed a need for access to a suitable municipal space in order to carry out its activities and continue providing support and representation to local businesses and community partners; and WHEREAS the facility located at 18 Ann Street currently has a residential tenant on the second floor and the main floor area of the facility of approximately 774 square feet has been recently updated which offers appropriate space for the Caledon Chamber of Commerce operational needs and provides an accessible location that supports ongoing collaboration between the Town and the business community; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Caledon Chamber of Commerce be granted the use of the facility at 18 Ann Street Rent Free, which Rent payment would include applicable property taxes (local, Regional and Education), utilities, maintenance and insurance for the years 2026, 2027, and 2028, and in addition; and That any outstanding rent for 28 Ann Street be waived, recognizing the value of the Chamber of Commerce’s continued contributions to the Caledon community; and That staff work collaboratively with Caledon Chambers to coordinate access, scheduling, and any operational requirements necessary to support this arrangement. M
Moved by Councillor T. Rosa, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Referred
2025-125 WHEREAS the Town of Caledon is committed to strengthening community relationships and supporting local organizations that contribute to civic engagement, economic vitality, and community-building within the municipality; and WHEREAS the Caledon Chamber of Commerce has expressed a need for access to a suitable municipal space in order to carry out its activities and continue providing support and representation to local businesses and community partners; and WHEREAS the facility located at 18 Ann Street currently has a residential tenant on the second floor and the main floor area of the facility of approximately 774 square feet has been recently updated which offers appropriate space for the Caledon Chamber of Commerce operational needs and provides an accessible location that supports ongoing collaboration between the Town and the business community; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Caledon Chamber of Commerce be granted the use of the facility at 18 Ann Street Rent Free, which Rent payment would include applicable property taxes (local, Regional and Education), utilities, maintenance and insurance for the years 2026, 2027, and 2028, and in addition; and That any outstanding rent for 28 Ann Street be waived, recognizing the value of the Chamber of Commerce’s continued contributions to the Caledon community; and That staff work collaboratively with Caledon Chambers to coordinate access, scheduling, and any operational requirements necessary to support this arran
Moved by Councillor T. Rosa, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Carried
2025-126 That BL-2025-108 be approved Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Page 16 of 17 A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor T. Rosa, seconded by Councilllor M. Russo
Carried
2025-127 That BL-2025-118 be approved. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor C. Napoli, seconded by Councillor M. Russo
Carried
2025-128 That By-law’s 2025-100, By-law 2025-101 as amended, By-law’s 2025-102 to 2025-104, By-law 2025-105 as amended, By-law 2025-106, By-law 2025-107, and By-law 2025- 109 to 2025-117 be read a first time and passed. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor N. de Boer, seconded by Councillor D. Maskell
Carried
2025-129 That By-law 2025-119 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council for the Corporation of the Town of Caledon at its Council Meeting held on the 25th day of November, 2025, be read a first time and passed. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Maskell, seconded by Councillor D. Sheen