HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 25, 2026
Council
Meeting Minutes
Electronic Meeting
May 25, 2026 - 07:00 PM
Chair: Mayor Ashe
Present:
Mayor K. Ashe
Councillor M. Brenner
Councillor S. Butt
Councillor L. Cook
Councillor M. Nagy
Councillor D. Pickles
Councillor L. Robinson
Regrets:
None
Also Present:
M. Carpino - Chief Administrative Officer
K. Bentley - Director, City Development & CBO
P. Bigioni – Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
S. Boyd - Fire Chief
J. Eddy - Director, Human Resources
L. Gibbs - Director, Community Services
K. Heathcote - Director, City Infrastructure
R. Holborn - Director, Engineering Services
F. Jadoon - Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects
S. Karwowski - Director, Finance & Treasurer
J. Litoborski - Division Head, Municipal Law Enforcement Services
R. Perera - (Acting) City Clerk
V. Plouffe - Division Head, Facilities Management & Construction
C. Rose - Chief Planner
L. Arshad - Manager, Economic Development & Marketing
C. Bazinet - Manager, Procurement
H. Thakor - Senior Officer Economic Development & Strategic Projects
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L. Narraway - Supervisor, Animal Services
J. SanAntonio - Supervisor, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
T. Higgins - Accessibility Coordinator
E. Knox - Community Safety and Well Being Advisor
J. Currie - Legislative Coordinator
Call to Order/Roll Call
The City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were present and participating
electronically.
Playing of O Canada
Mayor Ashe asked all Members of Council to rise for the playing of O Canada.
Moment of Reflection
Mayor Ashe called for a silent moment of reflection.
Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement
Mayor Ashe read the Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement.
Disclosure of Interest
Councillor Cook - Grant Support for Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606
Centennial and D-Day Event
A conflict of interest was declared under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with
respect to Item 11.7 regarding Grant Support for Royal Canadian Legion Branch
606 Centennial and D-Day Event, on the basis of their association with the Royal
Canadian Legion Branch 606 as a volunteer and Member.
Adoption of Minutes
Executive Committee Minutes, May 4, 2026
Special Council Minutes, May 14, 2026
(includes Confidential In Camera Minutes under separate cover)
Resolution #1005/26
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Moved By Councillor Brenner
Seconded By Councillor Butt
That the minutes, Items 6.1 through 6.2, be approved.
Carried
Presentations
There were no presentations.
Delegations
Katherine Hale, Member, Sam Snyders, Member, Accessibility Advisory
Committee
Re: Corr. 12-26
Timothy Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator, City of Pickering
Re: Accessibility Advisory Committee - 2025 Year End Report and 2026
Proposed Work Plan
(Refer to Item 9.5)
K. Hale, Member, Accessibility Advisory Committee, S. Snyders, Member,
Accessibility Advisory Committee, and T. Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator, City of
Pickering, appeared before Council to speak to the Accessibility Advisory
Committee 2025 Year End Report and 2026 Proposed Work Plan. The delegates
highlighted the Committee’s continued work to support accessibility planning across
City programs, services, and public spaces, and emphasized the importance of
integrating accessibility considerations beyond minimum legislative requirements.
The delegates emphasized the importance of inclusive recreation programs,
accessible and inclusive play spaces, and the value of lived experience in
identifying and removing barriers. The delegates concluded by noting the benefits of
timely reporting and resolution of accessibility issues and highlighted the use of
tools such as accessibility checklists to guide future development and support the
City’s continued growth.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and the
delegates regarding notable Committee achievements and best practices for
accessible park design.
Alexis Whalen, Chair, Land Over Landings
Re: Report ECD 03-26
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Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review and Economic Analysis
Recommendation Report
(Refer to Item 11.2)
A. Whalen, Chair, Land Over Landings, appeared before Council to speak to Report
ECD 03-26 regarding the Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review and
Economic Analysis Recommendation Report. The delegate expressed support for
preserving the subject lands, emphasized the agricultural value of the lands, and
stated that the lands should be protected for long-term agricultural, conservation,
and park-related purposes. A. Whalen also spoke to the importance of safeguarding
the natural environment, maintaining the visitor experience associated with nearby
parklands, and considering long-term community impacts related to industrial
development and prolonged construction activity.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and A.
Whalen regarding alternative land use options which included preservation of the
lands, and whether concerns raised by the public had been considered in Report
ECD 03-26.
Correspondence
Corr. 08-26
Matt Somerville, Senior Planner, Heritage, City of Pickering
Re: Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee
2025 Year-End Report and 2026 Workplan
Resolution #1006/26
Moved By Councillor Brenner
Seconded By Councillor Butt
That Corr. 08-26, from Matt Somerville, Senior Planner, Heritage, City of Pickering,
dated May 25, 2026, regarding the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee 2025
Year-End Report and 2026 Workplan, be received for information.
Carried
Corr. 09-26
Arnold Mostert, Manager, Landscape & Parks Development, City of Pickering
Re: Waterfront Visionary Advisory Committee
2025 Year End Report and 2026 Proposed Work Plan
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Resolution #1007/26
Moved By Councillor Brenner
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That Corr. 09-26, from Arnold Mostert, Manager, Landscape & Parks Development,
City of Pickering, dated May 25, 2026, regarding the Waterfront Visionary Advisory
Committee 2025 Year End Report and 2026 Proposed Work Plan, be received for
information.
Carried
Corr. 10-26
Green Durham Association
Re: Transfer of TRCA Osler Tract to Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park - Support
from Pickering
Resolution #1008/26
Moved By Councillor Cook
Seconded By Councillor Pickles
That Corr. 10-26 from Green Durham Association, regarding Transfer of
TRCA Osler Tract to Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park - Support from Pickering,
dated May 4, 2026, be received; and,
1.
That staff, through the Office of the CAO, be directed to prepare a letter to the
TRCA indicating that the Council of the City of Pickering supports the letter
from the Green Durham Association requesting that the TRCA transfer its
ownership of the lands known as the ‘Osler Tract’ in Pickering to the Province
of Ontario for inclusion in the Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park.
2.
Carried
Corr. 11-26
John Meloche, Co-Founder & President, Lynn Heights Neighbourhood
Association
Re: Request for Permission to Install a Permanent Memorial Plaque in Honour
of Steve Sattz at Lynn Heights Park
Resolution #1009/26
Moved By Councillor Brenner
Seconded By Councillor Butt
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That Corr. 11-26 from John Meloche, Co-Founder & President, Lynn Heights
Neighbourhood Association, regarding a Request for Permission to Install a
Permanent Memorial Plaque in Honour of Steve Sattz at Lynn Heights Park,
dated May 14, 2026, be received;
1.
That staff, through the Office of the CAO, be directed to undertake an
evaluation of installing a commemorative plaque or otherwise, recognizing
Steve Sattz at the Lynn Heights Park; and,
2.
That staff report back to Council with their recommendations no later than the
June 22, 2026 Council Meeting.
3.
Carried
Corr. 12-26
Timothy Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator, City of Pickering
Re: Accessibility Advisory Committee - 2025 Year End Report and 2026
Proposed Work Plan
Resolution #1010/26
Moved By Councillor Butt
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That Corr. 12-26, from Timothy Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator, City of Pickering,
dated May 25, 2026, regarding the Accessibility Advisory Committee - 2025 Year
End Report and 2026 Proposed Work Plan, be received for information.
Carried
Corr. 13-26
Elaine Knox, Community Safety & Well-Being Advisor, City of Pickering
Re: Community Safety & Well-Being Advisory Committee
2025 Year End Report and 2026 Proposed Work Plan
Resolution #1011/26
Moved By Councillor Butt
Seconded By Councillor Brenner
That Corr. 13-26, from Elaine Knox, Community Safety & Well-Being Advisor, City
of Pickering, dated May 25, 2026, regarding the Community Safety & Well-Being
Advisory Committee 2025 Year End Report and 2026 Proposed Work Plan, be
received for information.
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Carried
Report EC 04-26 of the Executive Committee held on May 4, 2026
Resolution #1012/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Brenner
That Report EC 04-26 of the Executive Committee held on May 4, 2026 be adopted.
Carried
Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 04-26
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy Progress Update
2025 Annual Report and 2026 Work Plan
Council Decision:
That Report CAO 04-26 regarding the City of Pickering’s 2025 Equity, Diversity and
Inclusion Annual Report and 2026 Work Plan be received for information.
Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 05-26
Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce
2025 Year End Report and Proposed 2026 Work Plan
Council Decision:
That Report CAO 05-26 regarding the Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce
2025 Year End Report and Proposed 2026 Work Plan be received for
information;
1.
That Council approve the 2026 4th Annual Community event in celebration of
the International Day for People of African Descent, proposed for August 28,
2026, per ADM 040 Committees and Taskforces of Council Policy, and on
terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director, Community Services and the
Chief Administrative Officer;
2.
That Council authorize staff to issue a park permit to the Pickering Anti-Black
Racism Taskforce for the use of Esplanade Park, per CUL 070 Community
Festivals and Events Policy, for the Community Event in celebration of the
3.
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International Day for People of African Descent; and,
That Council approve the 5th Annual Black Joy Holiday Market event on
November 13 and 14, 2026, per ADM 040 Committees and Taskforces of
Council Policy, and on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director,
Community Services and the Chief Administrative Officer.
4.
Director, Community Services, Report CS 11-26
Consulting Services for Design of a New Animal Shelter & Municipal Law
Enforcement Services Offices
Request for Proposal No. RFP2026-2
Council Decision:
That the proposal submitted by Unity Design Studio Inc. in response to
Request for Proposal No. RFP2026-2 for Consulting Services for Design of a
New Animal Shelter & MLES Offices, in the amount of $1,107,149.00 (net
HST) or $1,229,440.00 (HST included) be accepted;
1.
That the total gross project cost of $1,506,999.00 (HST included), including
the amount of the proposal, contingency, and other associated costs, and the
total net project cost of $1,357,099.00 (net HST) be approved;
2.
That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the net project
cost of $1,357,099.00 (net HST) as follows:
the sum of $284,061.00 to be funded from DC Protective Services
Development Charges Reserve Fund;
a.
the sum of $784,754.00 be funded by a transfer from the Animal Shelter
Reserve Fund; and,
b.
the sum of $288,284.00 be funded by a transfer from the Casino
Reserve;
c.
3.
That the Director, Community Services be authorized to execute the OAA 600
2021 A Contract with the above-mentioned consultant pursuant to Request for
Proposal No. RFP2026-2; and,
4.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
5.
Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 05-26
Cognac and Valley Farm SWM Pond Cleanouts
Request for Proposal No. RFP2026-4
Council Decision:
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That the proposal submitted by Aquafor Beech Limited in response to Request
for Proposal No. RFP2026-4, Cognac and Valley Farm SWM Pond Cleanouts,
in the amount of $65,968.97 (net HST) or $73,255.64 (HST included) be
accepted;
1.
That the total gross project cost of $171,892.00 (HST included) including the
proposal fee amount, a contingency, and other associated costs, and the total
net project cost of $154,794.00 (net HST) be approved;
2.
That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project cost of $154,794.00 (net HST) by a transfer from the Stormwater
Management Reserve Fund as approved in the 2026 Capital Budget;
3.
That the Director, Engineering Services be authorized to enter into and
execute the Form of Agreement with the above-mentioned consultant
pursuant to Request for Proposal No. RFP2026-4; and,
4.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
5.
Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 06-26
Durham Meadoway Design Shared Services Memorandum of Understanding
Council Decision:
That Report ENG 06-26 regarding Durham Meadoway Design Shared
Services Memorandum of Understanding be received;
1.
That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Durham
Meadoway Design Shared Services Memorandum of Understanding in
substantially the same form as attached to this report, subject to revisions
acceptable to the Director, Engineering Services and the Director, Corporate
Services & City Solicitor;
2.
That the total gross project cost of $341,486.00 (HST included) and the total
net project cost of $307,519.00 (net HST) be approved;
3.
That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to fund the total net
project cost of $307,519.00 (net HST) as follows:
the sum of $153,759.00 be funded by a transfer from the Parks &
Recreation Development Charges Reserve Fund as approved in the
2026 Current Budget;
a.
the sum of $153,760.00 be funded by a transfer from the City Share
Development Charges Reserve as approved in the 2026 Current
Budget; and,
b.
4.
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That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
5.
Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 07-26
School Crossing Guard Program
Single Source - One Year Extension Quotation No. Q2023-37
Council Decision:
That Council approve the award of a one-year extension of the School
Crossing Guard contract to Carraway Inc. for the 2026/2027 school year in
accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy Sections 09.03 (d);
1.
That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the 2026
portion of the School Crossing Guard Program in the amount of $264,730.00
(net HST) as approved in the 2026 Current Budget and that financing for 2027
portion, in the amount of $397,094.00 (net HST) be provided for in the 2027
Current Budget request, for a total amount of $661,824.00 (net HST); and,
2.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
3.
Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 08-26
City Centre Park Preferred Concept Design
Council Decision:
That Council endorse the City Centre Park preferred concept design, as set
out in Attachment 1, consisting of an outdoor skating rink and trail, misting
water feature, amenity building with public washrooms, a staff area,
mechanical/electrical room, and an ice re-surfacer storage room, walking
paths, site furniture, opportunities for public art, turf, planting beds, and trees;
1.
That staff and the consultant be authorized to proceed with the design
development and detailed design phase for the City Centre Park; and,
2.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
3.
Director, City Infrastructure, Report INF 06-26
Supply and Delivery of One 4 Ton Dump Truck with Plow and Wing
Request for Quotation No. RFQQ2026-14
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Council Decision:
That the Quotation submitted by Premier Truck Group of London in response
to Request for Quotation No. RFQQ2026-14 for the Supply and Delivery of
One 4 Ton Dump Truck with Plow and Wing, in the amount of $467,078.00
(net HST) or $518,670.00 (HST included) be accepted;
1.
That the total gross project cost of $518,670.00 (HST included), and the total
net project cost of $467,078.00 (net HST) be approved;
2.
That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer, to finance the total
net project cost of $467,078.00 as approved in the 2026 Capital Budget, with
the funding source changed from 5-year debt financing to DC-Other Services
Related to Highway Reserve; and,
3.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
4.
Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 10-26
Development Application Approvals Process (DAAP) Fee Review
Proposed Building, Planning and Engineering Service Fees
Council Decision:
That the Development Applications Approvals Process (DAAP) Fee Review
prepared by Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. included as Attachment
1 be endorsed;
1.
That the recommended amendments to the City Development - Building and
Planning Fees and Development Services Fees included in Attachments 2, 3
and 4 to Report PLN 10-26 to establish fee adjustments, be approved; and
that the draft By-laws to adopt Fees be finalized and forwarded to Council for
enactment;
2.
That the recommended fees outlined in Attachments 2, 3 and 4 to Report PLN
10-26 take effect on July 1, 2026;
3.
That all Planning, Building, and Development Services Fees continue to be
indexed annually, based on the City‘s annual budgeted cost increases or other
appropriate index (i.e., the Municipal Price Index) to maintain the proposed
level of cost recovery; and,
4.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
5.
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Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 02-26
Durham Greener Buildings Program and Challenge – City of Pickering
Participation
Council Decision:
That Report SUS 02-26 regarding the Durham Greener Buildings Program
and Challenge – City of Pickering Participation be received;
1.
That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Terms and
Conditions Enrollment form to participate in the Region of Durham’s Durham
Greener Buildings Challenge program, subject to minor revisions as may be
required by the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor and/or Chief
Administrative Officer; and,
2.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
3.
Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 03-26
2025 Sustainable Year-in-Review
Council Decision:
That Report SUS 03-26 regarding the 2025 Sustainable Pickering Year-in-Review
be received for information.
New and Unfinished Business
Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 06-26
Municipal Infrastructure & Servicing Agreement between the City of Pickering
and Ontario Power Generation
That Report CAO 06-26 regarding the Municipal Infrastructure & Servicing
Agreement between the City of Pickering and the Ontario Power Generation be
received;
1.
That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Municipal
Infrastructure & Servicing Agreement with Ontario Power Generation, set out in
Attachment 1, subject to revisions that may be required by the Chief
Administrative Officer and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and,
2.
That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions 3.
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necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Note: The disposition of this matter was determined through the deferral
motion below:
Resolution #1013/26
Moved By Councillor Cook
Seconded By Councillor Pickles
That Report CAO 06-26 be deferred to the June 22, 2026, Council Meeting.
Carried
Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects, Report ECD 03-26
Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review and Economic Analysis
Recommendation Report
F. Jadoon, Director, Economic Development and Strategic Planning, appeared
before Council via electronic connection to speak to Report ECD 03-26 and advised
that in 2025 the Federal Government announced that the Pickering Federal Lands
would not be used for a future airport and that they would conduct extensive public
consultation. F. Jadoon noted that Council had directed staff in January 2026 to
conduct a land use and economic analysis. F. Jadoon advised that the City had
retained SGL Planning to evaluate the best fiscal and economic value for the lands
to inform the City’s recommendation.
P. Lowes, Principal, SGL Planning & Design, appeared before Council via electronic
connection and spoke to Report ECD 03-26. With the aid of a Power Point
presentation, P. Lowes provided an overview of the study area, servicing and
transportation considerations, economic analysis, agricultural capability, natural
heritage features, public feedback received, and the three land use options
considered. The delegate advised that the recommended land use plan sought to
balance economic opportunity with the protection of natural heritage, parkland, and
agricultural uses, including a framework intended to support long-term agricultural
viability and future investment.
Discussion and a question and answer period ensued between Members of Council,
staff, and P. Lowes regarding:
clarification on the projected job creation under each development option
presented in the Report, and the anticipated income generation associated
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with those employment forecasts;
clarification on available municipal revenue streams, including development
charges, building permit revenues, and long-term taxation impacts;
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whether agricultural lands were at risk of acquisition by speculators;•
the amount of employment land currently available within the Innovation
Corridor, and the anticipated timelines for servicing and marketing
employment lands in Northeast Pickering;
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clarification on whether authority for determining the future disposition of the
Federal Lands rested with the Federal Government or the City, and whether
any Federal decision timeline had been communicated;
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clarification on the nature of the proposed parkland expansions in Green River
and Claremont;
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how the proposed allocation of 21% of lands for employment uses could
contribute to reducing the residential tax burden;
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whether agricultural lands north of Highway 7 were being recommended for
inclusion within Rouge National Urban Park;
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why an option preserving all of the Pickering Federal Lands was not included
in the Report;
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why the City’s public consultation process occurred after the Federal
Government’s consultation period had closed;
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whether consultation had taken place with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island
First Nation (MSIFN);
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clarification on the timeline for when employment lands would be required and
when they were expected to become available;
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the source of data supporting the transition to long-term agricultural leases as
a means of promoting investment and security for farmers;
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the view that the recommended approach represented a balanced outcome,
retaining a majority of lands for natural heritage, agricultural, and parkland
purposes while addressing long-term economic needs;
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the benefits associated with continued federal investment, including
requirements for improvements to unserviced roads, and noted that no airport
recommendation was being advanced;
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the importance and economic potential of preserving agricultural lands,
including the value of longer-term lease arrangements to encourage
investment by farmers;
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the significance of conserving heritage properties and ensuring that
archaeological sites identified would be addressed through established land
use planning and cultural heritage conservation process;
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concerns pertaining to the preservation of rural character and environmentally
sensitive lands, acknowledging that none of the options under consideration
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would result in full preservation of the lands; and,
the significance of ending 50 years of uncertainty regarding the future of the
lands and the potential for the recommended approach to support the City’s
tax base through future employment-related economic activity.
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Resolution #1014/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Brenner
That the City of Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review and Economic
Analysis Recommendation Report, prepared by SGL Planning and Design Inc.,
be received;
1.
That Council endorse the City of Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review
and Economic Analysis Recommendation Report, set out in Attachment 1, as
City of Pickering comments on the future use of the Pickering Federal Lands;
2.
That Council authorize staff to submit Council endorsed comments, as set out in
Attachment 1, to the Federal Government in response to their public
consultation;
3.
That the City Clerk forward Report ECD 03-26 to Member of Parliament
Pickering-Brooklin, Region of Durham Chair, Region of Durham’s Community
Growth and Economic Development Department, and Regional Clerk as
correspondence; and,
4.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
5.
Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent
Mayor Ashe X
Councillor Brenner X
Councillor Butt X
Councillor Cook X
Councillor Nagy X
Councillor Pickles X
Councillor Robinson X
Results 6 1 0 0 0
Carried on a Recorded Vote (6 to 1)
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Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 05-26
Investment Portfolio Activity for the Year Ended December 31, 2025
Ontario Regulation 438/97 under the Municipal Act, 2001
Resolution #1015/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That Report FIN 05-26 regarding the Investment Portfolio Activity for the Year
Ended December 31, 2025 be received for information.
Carried
Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 06-26
Financial Housekeeping Report #2
Resolution #1016/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That Report FIN 06-26 regarding the Financial Housekeeping Report #2 be
received;
1.
That Council approve the draft Purchasing Policy (PUR 010), as amended, set
out in Attachment 1;
2.
That Council approve the draft Municipal Alcohol Policy (ADM 320), as
amended, set out in Attachment 3, and an effective date of June 30, 2026; and,
3.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
4.
Carried
Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 07-26
2025 Building Permit Stabilization Reserve Fund
Resolution #1017/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That Report FIN 07-26 regarding the 2025 Building Permit Stabilization Reserve
Fund be received; and,
1.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the 2.
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actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried
Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 05-26
Carousel Green
Stop-up and Close portions of William Jackson Drive
Part Lot 18, Concession 3, being Parts 1 to 27, Plan 40R-33051
City Acquisition of Lands from the Region of Durham
Part Lot 18, Concession 3, being Parts 1 to 7, Plan 40R-33048 and Parts 29 to
33, Plan 40R-33051;
City Disposal of Land to the Region of Durham
Part Lot 18, Concession 3, being Part 1, Plan 40R-33051
File: L-4610-009-13
Resolution #1018/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That Report LEG 05-26 regarding Carousel Green, the stopping-up and closing
of a portion of William Jackson Drive, the City acquisition of lands from the
Region of Durham and the City Disposal of lands to the Region of Durham be
received;
1.
That Council authorize the acquisition of lands from the Region of Durham for
nominal consideration, for park purposes, being Parts 1 to 7, Plan 40R-33048
and Parts 29 to 33, Plan 40R-33051, subject to required easements in favour of
Elexicon Energy, Enbridge Gas, Region of Durham and Bell Canada;
2.
That the By-law included as Attachment 3 be enacted to authorize the stopping-
up and closing of Parts 1 to 27, Plan 40R-33051;
3.
That Council declare Part 1, 40R-33051 surplus to the needs of the City for the
purposes of transfer by the City to the Region of Durham;
4.
That Council authorize the transfer of Part 1, Plan 40R-33051 for nominal
consideration to the Region of Durham, to form a part of Brock Road;
5.
That the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor be authorized to execute
on the City’s behalf any documents, instruments, transfers, easements and
agreements as may be necessary to complete these transactions; and,
6.
That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
7.
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Carried
Resolution #1019/26
Moved By Councillor Brenner
Seconded By Councillor Nagy
That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to allow the introduction of a
motion pertaining to a grant in support of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606
Centennial and D-Day Event due to its urgent nature.
Carried on a Two-Thirds Recorded Vote
Grant Support for Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 Centennial and D-
Day Event
Councillor Cook declared a conflict on this item. ( A conflict of interest was declared
under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with respect to Item 11.7 regarding Grant
Support for Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 Centennial and D-Day Event, on
the basis of their association with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 as a
volunteer and Member. )
A brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding the organization's
century of community support and the positive impact the grant would have on the
operation of Branch 606.
Resolution #1020/26
Moved By Councillor Brenner
Seconded By Councillor Nagy
WHEREAS this year marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion, an
organization that has served veterans, military members, and their families since
1926;
And Whereas, in our community, the RCL Branch 606 has long stood as a place of
remembrance, support, and connection for those who have served Canada;
And Whereas, on June 6, 2026, RCL Branch 606 will host a special commemorative
event to mark this centennial while also honouring the anniversary of D-Day, the
historic day on June 6. 1944 when Allied forces launched the largest seaborne
invasion in history on the beaches of Normandy;
And Whereas, this pivotal moment helped turn the tide of the Second World War
and remains a powerful reminder of the courage and sacrifice made in the fight for
freedom;
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And Whereas, on Saturday June 6' RCL Branch 606 will begin the day with a 11:00
am Ceremony at City Cenotaph, followed with Anniversary celebrations at the RCL
Branch 606 on Bayly beginning at 1:00 pm;
And Whereas, the event will include activities for all ages, entertainment,
information booths and food in a manner that is meaningful and accessible to
everyone;
And Whereas, RCL Branch 606 is reaching out to local businesses and all potential
donors for financial support to cover the costs of this once in a lifetime event;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering, notwithstanding FIN 040 - Community Grant Policy, provide a grant to the
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606, in the amount of $2,000 dollars (account
503050.11100) to be used towards the celebration of the Centennial of the Royal
Canadian Legion in Canada on June 6, 2026.
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
By-laws
Resolution #1021/26
Moved By Councillor Pickles
Seconded By Councillor Cook
That By-law Numbers 8264/26 through 8269/26 be approved.
Carried
By-law 8264/26
Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 6191/03 to confirm General Municipal Fees.
By-law 8265/26
Being a by-law to stop up and close Part Lot 18, Concession 3, being Parts 1 to 27,
Plan 40R-33051, subject to required easements.
By-law 8266/26
Being a by-law to appoint Kaley Lam as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer for
the purpose of enforcing the by-laws of the Corporation of the City of Pickering.
By-law 8267/26
Being a by-law to establish Part Lot 93 and Part Block R, Plan 331 and Part Block
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G, Plan 272 being Part 3, Plan 40R-32775, as public highway (Hillview Crescent).
By-law 8268/26
Being a By-law to adopt Amendment 53 to the Official Plan for the City of Pickering
(OPA 23-004/P) (720 Granite Court).
Note: By-law approved by Ontario Land Tribunal (Case No. OLT-25-000509).
No action required. By-law being assigned a number for record-keeping purposes in
accordance with the Tribunal Order.
By-law 8269/26
Being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 8149/24, as amended, to implement the
Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, being Part of Bayly Street,
40M-1334, Now Parts 1 to 3, 40R-18421 (OPA 23-004/P, A 10/23) (720 Granite
Court).
Note: By-law approved by Ontario Land Tribunal (Case No. OLT-25-000509).
No action required. By-law being assigned a number for record-keeping purposes in
accordance with the Tribunal Order.
Regional Councillor Updates
There were no updates from Regional Councillors.
Other Business
There was no other business.
Confirmatory By-law
Moved By Councillor Cook
Seconded By Councillor Robinson
That By-law 8270/26, to confirm the proceedings of the May 25, 2026 Council Meeting be
approved.
Carried
Adjournment
Moved By Councillor Robinson
Seconded By Councillor Nagy
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That the meeting be adjourned.
Carried
The meeting adjourned at 932 p.m.
Dated this 25th day of May 2026.
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Kevin Ashe, Mayor
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Susan Cassel, City Clerk
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