General Government Committee

That the Agenda be altered to consider Item 8.1, at this time.

That the Presentation by Jonathan Hack, Sierra Planning and Management regarding the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Review and Update, be received with thanks.

That the Presentation by Tom Barrie and Zac Cohoon, Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC) regarding Community Outreach, be received with thanks.

That all items listed in Section 6, with the exception of item 6.5, be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.

That Report LGS-007-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Council authorize staff to continue with the identified next steps for the implementation of an Administrative Penalty System (APS) including the associated By-law(s) and prescribed policies as identified in Report LGS-007-26, and; That Council authorize staff to initiate procurement of the necessary software solution for the APS to be funded from the General Capital Reserve, and; That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-007-26, be advised of Council’s decision. Yes (6) Councillor Anderson, Councillor Traill, Councillor Zwart, Councillor Rang, Councillor Elhajjeh, and Councillor Woo

That the scheduled 1-hour break at 12:00 noon be delayed until 12:15 p.m.

That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to allow Members of Committee to speak to Item 6.5 - Report LGS-007-26 - Administrative Penalty System Update and Recommendations for a second time.

That Report LGS-005-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the removal of Chris Ennis, from the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington, the resignation of Karen Graham from the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee, and the resignation of Patrick Bothwell and Lou Itier from the Samual Wilmot Nature Area Management Committee, be received with thanks; That Arvind Cheniveerappan be appointed to the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington for a term ending December 31, 2028, or until a successor is appointed; That the Committee consider the applications, in accordance with the Board/Committee Management Policy, for appointments to the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee, and Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Committee, and that the vote be conducted to appoint the citizen representatives, for a term ending December 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed; and That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-005-26 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.

That Shelly Cuddy be appointed as the representative on the Ganaraska Region Municipal Group for the Trent Conservation Coalition Source Protection Committee.

That the meeting adjourn at 12:10 p.m.

Whereas Durham Region’s diverse communities — including but not limited to Muslim, Hindu, Jewish, Palestinian, Indigenous, Black, and 2SLGBTQIA+ populations — have experienced a rise in hate motivated crimes and incidents by 77 per cent between 2023 and 2024 (as outlined in Durham Region Report #2025-A-4 – Community-Based Hate Reporting Program); and Whereas incidents of online hate speech, particularly on social media and Clarington-centred community platforms, appear to be increasing and disproportionately target Muslim, Black, and other culturally diverse community members; and Whereas Islamophobia—defined as fear, prejudice, hatred, or hostility directed at Muslims—constitutes a form of racism that undermines individual safety, social cohesion, and democratic values; and General Government Committee Minutes February 2, 2026 Whereas the Municipality of Clarington values the diversity of the community it serves and recognizes that diversity strengthens civic life, economic vitality, and community well-being; and Whereas Clarington is committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which all residents can live, work, and participate fully in community life with dignity, respect, and freedom from discrimination, while retaining their authenticity, uniqueness, and autonomy; Therefore, be it resolved: 1. That the Council of the Municipality of Clarington unequivocally condemn Islamophobia and all forms of hate, harassment, and discrimination, and reaffirm its commitment to b

General Government Committee Minutes February 2, 2026 That Report LGS-007-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Council authorize staff to continue with the identified next steps for the implementation of an Administrative Penalty System (APS) including the associated By-law(s) and prescribed policies as identified in Report LGS-007-26, and; That Council authorize staff to initiate procurement of the necessary software solution for the APS to be funded from the General Capital Reserve, and; That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-007-26, be advised of Council’s decision. Yes (6): Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo, and Councillor Zwart Absent (1): Mayor Foster

General Government Committee Minutes February 2, 2026 That Report LGS-005-26, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the removal of Chris Ennis, from the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington, the resignation of Karen Graham from the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee, and the resignation of Patrick Bothwell and Lou Itier from the Samual Wilmot Nature Area Management Committee, be received with thanks; That Arvind Cheniveerappan be appointed to the Agricultural Advisory Committee of Clarington for a term ending December 31, 2028, or until a successor is appointed; That the Committee consider the applications, in accordance with the Board/Committee Management Policy, for appointments to the Ganaraska Forest Recreational User Committee, and Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Committee, and that the vote be conducted to appoint the citizen representatives, for a term ending December 31, 2026, or until a successor is appointed; and That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-005-26 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.