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 (12 motions)
10 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
2026-068 That the May 26, 2026 Town Council Agenda be approved as amended by the addendum and to include the following: That notice of motion agenda item 17.1 Councillor D. Sheen and Councillor C. Early - Motion to Increase Seating for Seniors be considered as a motion at this Council meeting A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor M. Russo, seconded by Councillor D. Sheen
Carried
2026-069 That the following items be approved as part of the consent agenda: Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0278: Temporary Licensing of Undocumented Occupations of Certain Town Lands That Staff be directed to proceed as outlined in Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0278. Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0321: 14002 Highway 50, Ward 6 That Council approve funding of the net deficit in project 14-008 Replacement of Bolton Fire Station in the amount of $2,414,877 with 80% funded from the Tax Funded Contingency Reserve and 20% funded from Development Charges. Staff Report 2026-0352: Town of Orangeville Growth Management Strategy Update That staff be directed to prepare correspondence for the Mayor’s signature to the Mayor of the Town of Orangeville regarding Orangeville’s Growth Management Strategy and the potential inclusion of lands within the Town of Caledon as an expansion area; and That staff be directed to continue to monitor Orangeville’s Growth Management Strategy process and report back to Council, as required. Councillor N. de Boer - Refunding of Parkland Dedication By-law Fees Whereas when By-law 2022-042 Parkland Dedication By-law was implemented, it was eventually found to result in large fees assessed to Estate residential properties, Whereas when council and staff became aware of the unintended consequences, of By- law 2022-042 staff committed to review and correct the situation, Whereas staff, while committing to review the bylaw, realized it would take time and
Moved by Councillor C. Early, seconded by Councillor C. Napoli
Referred
That Council does now go into closed session pursuant to section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, to discuss: 11.1 Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0356: Commencement and Approval of Expropriation Proceedings for municipal purposes, Ward 4 Town of Caledon - Pursuant to Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Maskell, seconded by Councillor L. Kiernan
Carried
That Council does now go into closed session pursuant to section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, to discuss: 11.2 Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0357: Commencement and Approval of Expropriation Proceedings for municipal purposes, Ward 6 Town of Caledon - Pursuant to Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, as the subject matter pertains to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board. 11.5 Closed Session Memorandum: Confidential Litigation Memorandum - Spring 2026 Update - 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 L. Kiernan
Carried
2026-070 That Staff be directed to proceed as outlined in the recommended direction of Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0357. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor M. Russo, seconded by Councillor D. Maskell
Carried
2026-071 That Staff be directed to proceed as outlined in the recommended direction of Closed Session Staff Report 2026-0356. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor C. Napoli, seconded by Councillor M. Russo
Carried
WHEREAS the Ontario Ombudsman has issued guidance to municipalities respecting codes of conduct and integrity commissioners, including the report Inside Job, which emphasizes the importance of transparent, independent and publicly credible processes for the selection and oversight of municipal integrity commissioners; AND WHEREAS the Ontario Ombudsman's Codes of Conduct and Integrity Commissioners – Guide for Municipalities (updated 2023/2024) extends those principles to the appointment and functioning of municipal integrity commissioners, including guidance on qualifications, independence, conflict of interest, and investigative best practices; AND WHEREAS it is in the public interest that the Town’s procurement process for a new Integrity Commissioner reflect recognized provincial best practices and promote public confidence in the office; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the May 5, 2026 General Committee recommendation respecting Option 2 in Staff Report 2026-0256 be amended to direct staff to design and conduct that procurement process in a manner consistent with the best-practice guidance issued by the Ontario Ombudsman regarding municipal integrity commissioners; and AND FURTHER THAT the report back to Council contemplated by Option 2 include a brief summary of how the Ombudsman’s guidance was considered or incorporated in the development of the procurement process and recommendation. Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Page 7 of 10 A recorded vote was t
Moved by Councillor D. Sheen, seconded by Councillor N. de Boer
Defeated
2026-072 That the following Committee Meeting Minutes be approved, and all Committee decisions therein: • May 5, 2026 General Committee Meeting Minutes • May 6, 2026 Transition Committee Meeting Minutes • May 19, 2026 Planning and Development Meeting Minutes A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Maskell, seconded by Councillor T. Rosa
Carried
That Council waive the rules of procedure under section 67.1 of the Procedure By-law, for the notice of motion regarding the proposed expansion of CCTV infrastructure to be considered as a motion for as part of the Council agenda. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Mayor A. Groves, seconded by Councillor M. Russo
Carried
2026-073 Whereas the Town of Caledon continues to prioritize community safety and crime prevention in partnership with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP); and Whereas the Caledon OPP have identified continued demand from residents for expanded Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) coverage in key locations throughout the municipality; and Whereas previous investments through grant funding and municipal contributions resulted in approximately 78 cameras installed across 42 locations; and Whereas existing funding previously allocated for CCTV expansion has largely been committed, with limited remaining balances available; and Whereas additional investment in CCTV infrastructure would support crime deterrence, assist law enforcement investigations, and contribute to safer communities; and Whereas there is an opportunity to apply regional reserves dedicated to policing capital and community safety initiatives to support this program and Whereas the proposed expansion of CCTV infrastructure is estimated at approximately $500,000 and is not currently included in the approved 2026 budget, requiring separate consideration; Now therefore be it resolved that: Council for the Town of Caledon formally requests that the Region of Peel allocate $500,000 from the appropriate OPP reserves to support the expansion of CCTV camera infrastructure within the Town of Caledon; and Council directs staff to working collaboration with the Caledon OPP to identify priority locations, implementation timeline
Moved by Mayor A. Groves, seconded by Councillor T. Rosa
Carried
2026-074 That By-laws 2026-042 to 2026-053 be read a first time and passed. A recorded vote was taken as follows:
Moved by Councillor D. Sheen, seconded by Councillor M. Russo
Carried
2026-075 That By-law 2026-054 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 26th day of May 2026, 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