The Clarington Record

A. Foster

Mayor · seen 2019-09-09 to 2026-08-19 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026

577substantive motions movedof 282 meetings the minutes record them at
255procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
167substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
10meetings recorded absentof 282 they were on the record for
284–122recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

Vote count and office as published by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2022 municipal election results (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Everything else on this page is read from Clarington’s own minutes.

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How they voted, where it was recorded (406) — most recent 40 shown

Special Council Meeting August 19, 2026
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…
For · 3–4 · Lost
Special Council Meeting August 19, 2026
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
For · 7–0 · Carried
Special Council Meeting August 10, 2026
That the complaint filed by Richard Bouma, pursuant to Section 20 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, regarding the development charges applicable to 7902 Leskard Road be received;
For · 6–0 · Carried
Special Council Meeting August 10, 2026
That the Procedural By-law 2025-014, section 4.4.3 be suspended to add an Item to the Agenda for a Special Meeting without notice;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Special Council Meeting August 10, 2026
That Staff be directed to report to the first regular term of Council following the 2026 Municipal Election respecting options for delivering the North Bowmanville off-leash dog park identified in the Parks, Recreation…
Against · 1–6 · Lost
Special Council Meeting August 10, 2026
That Report PDS-066-26 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…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Special Council Meeting August 10, 2026
That Report PDS-074-26 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 Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee June 15, 2026
Whereas the Bowmanville Creek/Bowmanville Valley trail system is an important recreational and active transportation corridor used by residents, families, walkers, runners, cyclists, people using mobility devices,…
For · 7–0 · Carried
General Government Committee June 1, 2026
That Staff be directed to proceed with the tender for the Clarington Operations Depot, Emergency and Fire Services Training Facility (CODEFS).
For · 6–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee May 11, 2026
That Report PDS-040-26 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 privately…
Against · 6–1 · Carried
General Government Committee May 4, 2026
Whereas United Against Hate Canada and the Montreal Chan Associations have launched a campaign calling on Parliament to establish a Canadian Chinese Heritage Month, recognising the cultural and historical contributions…
For · 7–0 · Carried
General Government Committee May 4, 2026
That Report FSD-018-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the Procurement By-law 2024-052, a by-law to provide policies and procedures for the procurement of goods and services, be…
For · 6–1 · Carried
General Government Committee April 13, 2026
That the delegation by Kirk Kemp, Algoma Orchards be received with thanks; That the request from Algoma Orchards to install an agricultural irrigation pipe beneath Concession Road 5, Orono, be approved subject to any…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting March 23, 2026
That Report PDS-006-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received for information; That staff be authorized to host a Public Information Centre in the Winter of 2026 regarding the draft Clarington…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting March 23, 2026
Whereas the alleged use of a racial slur by a senior leader within the Durham Regional Police Services (DRPS) is deeply troubling and harmful, given the term’s history of dehumanization and systemic oppression against…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting March 23, 2026
Whereas Clarington Diversity Advisory Committee (CDAC) is committed to meaningful reconciliation and to ensuring that its practices reflect respect for the histories, rights, and presence of Indigenous Peoples;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting March 23, 2026
Whereas a thriving democracy requires public accountability, but also a climate which encourages good people to step up and support their community without fear of personal attacks and misinformation;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee March 9, 2026
That the delegation by Ron Hooper, Lisa Roy, and Tim Welsh, Durham Senior Citizens Lodge regarding, a request to Waive Fees for the Non-Profit Seniors Intensification Housing Project, be received with thanks;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee March 9, 2026
That Report PDS-006-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received for information; That staff be authorized to host a Public Information Centre in the Winter of 2026 regarding the draft Clarington…
Against · 1–6 · Lost
Regular Council Meeting February 23, 2026
That Report PDS-002-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Clarington Official Plan Amendment 131 and Durham Region Official Plan Amendment 2, attached to Report PDS-002-26, for…
For · 6–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting February 23, 2026
Whereas locally elected trustees provide essential community representation; And whereas all communities rely on trustees to reflect local priorities, ensure accountability, and advocate for students;
For · 6–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting January 26, 2026
That Report PDS-002-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Clarington Official Plan Amendment 131 and Durham Region Official Plan Amendment 2, attached to Report PDS-002-26, for…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee January 19, 2026
That Report PDS-007-26 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 Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee January 19, 2026
That Report PDS-002-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Clarington Official Plan Amendment 131 and Durham Region Official Plan Amendment 2, attached to Report PDS-002-26, for…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee January 19, 2026
Whereas significant municipal financial resources, staff time, Council attention, and extensive volunteer effort from the Jury Lands Foundation have been committed over the past ten years toward preserving, advancing…
For · 7–0 · Carried
General Government Committee January 12, 2026
That Report PDS-063-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Staff be directed to utilize the remaining available funding for Whistle Cessation Implementation at Bennett Road…
For · 5–2 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting September 22, 2025
That the delegation by David Moss, St. Paul's United Church/St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Regarding Winter Warming Centre Extension of Hours, be
For · 6–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting September 22, 2025
Whereas Doug MacCheyne has made significant contributions to the Clarington community, particularly through his leadership on the Bowmanville Legion’s Clarington Honours our Veterans Committee;
For · 6–0 · Carried
General Government Committee September 8, 2025
That the delegation by David Moss, St. Paul's United Church/St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Regarding Winter Warming Centre Extension of Hours, be
For · 6–0 · Carried
General Government Committee September 8, 2025
That Report CAO-015-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Council endorse the five-year action plan for short-term recommendations in the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan;
For · 6–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting June 23, 2025
Whereas Clarington has provided access to Durham Region Social Services for winter warming programming at the former tourism building on Liberty Street in Bowmanville;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting June 23, 2025
That the minutes from the Clarington Diversity Advisory Committee meeting dated June 12, 2025, be received for information, with the exception of Item 8, which shall be endorsed by the Council of the Municipality…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting June 23, 2025
Whereas the issues of road and pedestrian safety have been an ongoing concern of the residents of the Municipality of Clarington and the Hamlet of Tyrone is no exception;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee June 16, 2025
That Report PDS-031-25 and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the Official Plan application submitted by Modo Bowmanville Urban Towns Ltd. and Modo Bowmanville Towns Ltd.
Against · 3–3 · Lost
Regular Council Meeting May 26, 2025
That Report PDS-021-25 and any related communication items be received; That any comments received be considered during preparation of the recommended Courtice Waterfront and Energy Park Secondary Plan and Urban Design…
For · 5–0 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee May 12, 2025
That Report PDS-024-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Staff be authorized to continue finalizing the Clarington Waterfront Strategy as outlined in this report;
For · 5–1 · Carried
General Government Committee May 5, 2025
That Report PUB-006-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the Visual Arts Centre be renamed the "Marie Hubbard Visual Arts Centre of Clarington";
For · 4–3 · Carried
General Government Committee April 7, 2025
That the Delegation of Elaine Popp, Durham College, Regarding Item 6.1, Correspondence from the Town of Ajax, regarding Impacts of the International Student Program Changes to Local Post Secondary Programs, be received…
For · 6–0 · Carried
General Government Committee April 7, 2025
That Report CAO-007-25 and any related delegations or communication items be received; That the Veterans’ crosswalk design be approved as shown;
For · 6–0 · Carried
General Government Committee April 7, 2025
That the foregoing Resolution #GG-075-25 be amended by adding the following to the second paragraph: That the Procedural By-law be amended to add a section 2.5.7 as follows: “Members of Council participating in…
For · 3–3 · Lost

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (10)

Planning and Development CommitteeApril 20, 2026
Special Council MeetingMarch 2, 2026
General Government CommitteeFebruary 2, 2026
Planning and Development CommitteeDecember 8, 2025
General Government CommitteeNovember 3, 2025
General Government CommitteeMarch 3, 2025
Regular Council MeetingMarch 25, 2024
General Government CommitteeOctober 16, 2023
Joint CommitteesJune 19, 2023
Planning and Development CommitteeJune 5, 2023

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 577)

That the matter of CODEFS - Postponement of Tender, be
Regular Council Meeting, June 22, 2026 · Deferred
That the delegation by Kevin Mitchell from CRH Canada Group Inc. be received with thanks; That the request from CRH Canada Group Inc. to install an aggregate conveyor system beneath Best Road, in the vicinity of the Dufferin Aggregates Mosport Pit, be approved subject to any requirements and reasonable fees deemed appropriate by Staff; and That the Deputy CAO/Solicitor is delegated with the respon
General Government Committee, June 1, 2026 · Carried
That all items listed in Section 6, with the exception of Item 6.8, be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.
General Government Committee, June 1, 2026 · Carried
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report LGS-029-26 - Potential Land Acquisition, be approved.
General Government Committee, June 1, 2026 · Carried
That Item 9 Public Meetings be delayed until 6:45 p.m.
Planning and Development Committee, May 11, 2026 · Carried
That Item 9.4.1 - PDS-045-26 - Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision to Permit Multiple High-Density, Mixed-Use Blocks Containing Approx. 3200 Residential Units and 9890 Square Metres of Non-Residential Space with Heights Ranging from 4 to 25 Storeys, be
Planning and Development Committee, May 11, 2026 · Deferred
That the Delegation by Bonnie Wrightman, Clarington Board of Trade, Ron Hooper, Hooper's Jewellers and Nancy Morgenroth, Pop-A-Lock Locksmith of Durham Region , regarding the Clarington Board of Trade 2026 Impact Report, be received with thanks; and That Council reaffirm the political and financial commitments to the Clarington Board of Trade. Yes (6) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor
General Government Committee, April 13, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Municipality of Clarington currently provides bursaries to students pursuing post‑secondary education; and Whereas the value of those bursaries has remained static at $100 per student for many years, despite significant increases in the cost of post‑secondary education; and Whereas recent changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) have reduced financial support available
General Government Committee, April 13, 2026 · Carried
That the Delegation by Bonnie Wrightman, Clarington Board of Trade, Ron Hooper, Hooper's Jewellers and Nancy Morgenroth, Pop-A-Lock Locksmith of Durham Region, regarding the Clarington Board of Trade 2026 Impact Report, be received with thanks; and That Council reaffirm the political and financial commitments to the Clarington Board of Trade. Yes (6): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor
General Government Committee, April 13, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Municipality of Clarington currently provides bursaries to students pursuing post‑ secondary education; and Whereas the value of those bursaries has remained static at $100 per student for many years, despite significant increases in the cost of post‑ secondary education; and Whereas recent changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) have reduced financial support availabl
General Government Committee, April 13, 2026 · Carried
That Report PDS-013-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the by-law appended as Attachment 2 to Report PDS-013-26, to amend Schedule “E”, the Planning Fees, of By-law 2025-033, a by-law to require the payment of fees for services, be approved; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-013-26, be advised of Council’s decision.
Planning and Development Committee, March 9, 2026 · Carried
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report PDS-024-26 - Wetland Restoration Agreement, be approved.
Planning and Development Committee, March 9, 2026 · Carried
That the foregoing Resolution #PD-037-26 be amended by adding the following: That up to an additional $10,000 be directed towards communications for the purpose of further public consultation on the draft Strategy and that the funds be sourced from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve Fund.
Planning and Development Committee, March 9, 2026 · Carried
That the scheduled 1-hour break at 12:00 noon be delayed until 12:30 p.m.
General Government Committee, March 2, 2026 · Carried
That the Presentation by Mary-Anne Dempster, Chief Administrative Officer, regarding a Year in Review, be received with extraordinary thanks. Yes (7) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Traill, Councillor Zwart, Councillor Rang, Councillor Elhajjeh, and Councillor Woo
General Government Committee, March 2, 2026 · Carried
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 6.4 - Report LGS-004-26 - Staff Accomplishments Annual Report - 2025, at this time.
General Government Committee, March 2, 2026 · Carried
That the Presentation by Mary-Anne Dempster, Chief Administrative Officer, regarding a Year in Review, be received with extraordinary thanks. Yes (7): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo, and Councillor Zwart
General Government Committee, March 2, 2026 · Carried
That Item 5.2, presentation by David Perkins, Municipality of Clarington and Martina Braunstein, Dillon Consulting and Item 6.1, Report PDS-006-26 - Draft Clarington Waterfront Strategy, be
Planning and Development Committee, February 9, 2026 · Deferred
That the Agenda be altered to consider Report LGS-008-26 - OLT Appeal - Lambs Road School Property Ltd., at this time.
Planning and Development Committee, February 9, 2026 · Carried
That the recommendations in Confidential Report LGS-008-26 - OLT Appeal - Lambs Road School Property Ltd., be approved.
Planning and Development Committee, February 9, 2026 · Carried
That the Delegation Doug Allingham, regarding Road and Fire Safety Concerns, be received with thanks; and That Staff consider the recommendations.
Planning and Development Committee, January 19, 2026 · Carried
That all items listed in Section 6, with the exception of item 6.2, be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.
Planning and Development Committee, January 19, 2026 · Carried
That Report PDS-002-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Clarington Official Plan Amendment 131 and Durham Region Official Plan Amendment 2, attached to Report PDS-002-26, for the Courtice Waterfront Secondary Plan be finalized and forwarded to Council for approval; That Clarington Official Plan Amendment 146, attached to Report PDS-002-26, for the Clarington E
Planning and Development Committee, January 19, 2026 · Carried
Whereas significant municipal financial resources, staff time, Council attention, and extensive volunteer effort from the Jury Lands Foundation have been committed over the past ten years toward preserving, advancing, and finding solutions for the Camp 30 properties; and Whereas the Municipality of Clarington must responsibly manage public funds and cannot risk exposure to potential future costs—e
Planning and Development Committee, January 19, 2026 · Carried
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report LGS-003-26 - Cafeteria Building - Lease to Jury Lands Foundation, be approved.
Planning and Development Committee, January 19, 2026 · Carried
That Official Plan Amendment 131 attached to Report PDS-002-26 be amended by:  Changing the road classification of the east-west collector to a key local road and labelling it Street E on Schedule C – Roads and Active Transportation Plan  Adding new policy 10.4.4 as follows: “10.4.4 Street E shall be designed to accommodate cycling facilities that provide connectivity between Darlington Provinci
Planning and Development Committee, January 19, 2026 · Carried
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 7.1 - Report PDS-063-25 - Update on Whistle Cessation at CN Grade Level Crossings at Bennett Road and Cobbledick Road, at this time.
General Government Committee, January 12, 2026 · Carried
That Report PDS-063-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Staff be directed to utilize the remaining available funding for Whistle Cessation Implementation at Bennett Road and Cobbledick Road, up to $1,468,450.17, for the purposes of installation of fencing and additional anti-trespass countermeasures along the rail corridor as required by CN; and That the Deput
General Government Committee, January 12, 2026 · Carried
That the Delegation of Vanessa Bilenduke-Guppy, Supervisor, Community Engagement and Events, regarding Clarington Community Funding Program - 2025 Highlights, be received with thanks.
General Government Committee, January 12, 2026 · Carried
That all items listed in Section 6 be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.
General Government Committee, January 12, 2026 · Carried
That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 7.2 - Report PDS-063-25 - Update on Whistle Cessation at CN Grade Level Crossings at Bennett Road and Cobbledick Road, at this time.
General Government Committee, December 1, 2025 · Carried
That Report PDS-063-25, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Staff be directed to utilize the remaining available funding for Whistle Cessation Implementation at Bennett Road and Cobbledick Road, up to $1,468,450.17, for the purposes of installation of fencing and additional anti-trespass countermeasures along the rail corridor as required by CN; and That the Deput
General Government Committee, December 1, 2025 · Referred
Whereas the Municipality of Clarington acknowledges the significant contributions of the agricultural industry to local employment and tourism; And whereas the agricultural sector requires seasonal housing for its workforce; And whereas the Municipality is committed to ensuring a safe work environment for all agricultural workers and ensuring compliance with relevant fire code requirements; And wh
General Government Committee, December 1, 2025 · Carried
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report LGS-042-25 - Potential Disposition of 247 King Avenue East, Newcastle, be approved.
General Government Committee, December 1, 2025 · Carried
That Report , and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the By-law attached to Report , 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 and Council’s decision; and, That all interested parties listed in Report , be advised of Council’s
Planning and Development Committee, November 10, 2025 · Carried
That Report and any related communication items, be received; That Staff receive any comments from the public, review agencies, and Council with respect to the Zoning by-law Amendment application to permit an eating establishment use; That the Zoning By-Law amendment application submitted by the applicant be supported and the By-law in Attachment 1 to this report be approved; That all interested p
Planning and Development Committee, November 10, 2025 · Carried
That that Delegation by Michael Fry, D.G. Biddle and Associates Limited and Anthony Camposeo, Trademark Homes, regarding a Request for Permission to Vary from Development Standards to Allow for Private Waste Collection be
Planning and Development Committee, November 10, 2025 · Referred
That the delegation be extended for an additional 3 minutes.
Planning and Development Committee, October 20, 2025 · Carried
That Report PDS-039-25, and any related delegations or communications items, be received.
Planning and Development Committee, October 20, 2025 · Carried
That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report LGS-035-25 – OLT Appeal – Vanstone Mill Inc in Bowmanville East Urban Centre Secondary Plan, be approved.
Planning and Development Committee, October 20, 2025 · Carried

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