General Government Committee

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.

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 Deputy CAO, Planning and Infrastructure be the delegated authority to execute any necessary agreements with CN or amendments to existing agreements with CN that are required to implement whistle cessation. That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-063-25, be advised of Council’s decision. Amendment Resolution # GG-003-26 Moved by Councillor Woo Seconded by Mayor Foster That Staff be directed, prior to the January 26, 2026 Council meeting, to report back on: Any information related to incidents that CN can report; The continued negotiations with CN regarding the length of the fence; The legal liability response from CN; and The negotiations with Compass, Rice Group and Kaitlin to support monetarily.

That the Committee recess for 5 minutes.

That the scheduled 1-hour break at 12:00 noon be delayed until 12:20 p.m.

That the Delegation of Vanessa Bilenduke-Guppy, Supervisor, Community Engagement and Events, regarding Clarington Community Funding Program - 2025 Highlights, be received with thanks.

That all items listed in Section 6 be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.

Whereas efficient regional transit service is essential to the economic vitality, employment access, and quality of life of residents in the Municipality of Clarington; and Whereas GO Transit’s previous express train services along the Lakeshore East line—particularly those serving various Durham region stations including Oshawa Station—significantly reduced travel times for commuters travelling to Toronto and other regional employment centres; and Whereas the discontinuation of these express services has resulted in longer commute times, increased crowding on local trains, reduced service reliability, and a measurable negative impact on daily commuters, students, and employers in the region; and Whereas the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Transportation, and Metrolinx, as the operator of GO Transit, have both acknowledged the importance of high-quality regional rail service and the need to continually improve mobility options for growing communities across Durham Region; and Whereas Clarington continues to experience population growth and economic expansion, necessitating the reinstatement—and potential expansion—of express rail services as part of a broader commitment to transit equity and regional connectivity; Now, therefore be it resolved that the Municipality of Clarington formally request that the Ministry of Transportation and Metrolinx restore express GO Train service on the Lakeshore East line for Durham Region commuters, including consideration of rein

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

That Staff be directed, prior to the January 26, 2026 Council meeting, to report back on: 1. Any information related to incidents that CN can report; 2. The continued negotiations with CN regarding the length of the fence; 3. The legal liability response from CN; and 4. The negotiations with Compass, Rice Group and Kaitlin to support monetarily.