Special Council Meeting

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; That Richard Bouma be credited in the amount of $42,269.00 towards the Municipality of Clarington portion of development charges payable in connection with Building Permit BLDG-2026-0312; That the above-mentioned credit be conditional on receipt from Mr. Bouma of a signed full and final release of all claims for payments described in the complaint in a form satisfactory to the Deputy CAO/Solicitor; and That all interested parties be advised of Council’s decision. Yes (6) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Traill, and Councillor Woo Conflict (1) Councillor Zwart

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; and That the Procedural By-law 2025-014, section 9.12.38 be suspended to reconsider a previous decision of Council related to the Guildwood Dog Park without notice. Yes (7) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo, and Councillor Zwart

That the foregoing Resolution #C-202-26 be divided and the following paragraphs be considered separately. 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 and Culture Master Plan; For greater certainty, this Motion does not amend the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, nor direct Staff to redesign or implement a dog park on the former Bowmanville Zoo lands at this time. Rather, Council is requesting a report respecting the feasibility of alternative locations and the planning implications associated with those options; and That the Staff report include, at a minimum: Whether the former Bowmanville Zoo lands could accommodate a full-sized off-leash dog park consistent with the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan; Identification of any other suitable North Bowmanville location that would satisfy the objectives of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, i.e. east of Camp 30; Whether any amendments to the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, Secondary Plans, or other approved planning documents would be required for any identified option; The planning, consultation, design, capital, operating, and timing implications associated with each option; Any impacts on existing approved park amenities or master plans; Staff's preferred recommendation; and No further capital expenditures related to the construction of the Guildwo

That the implementation of the Guildwood Off-Leash Dog Park project be cancelled. Yes (7) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo, and Councillor Zwart

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 and Culture Master Plan; That for greater certainty, this Motion does not amend the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, nor direct Staff to redesign or implement a dog park on the former Bowmanville Zoo lands at this time. Rather, Council is requesting a report respecting the feasibility of alternative locations and the planning implications associated with those options; and That the Staff report include, at a minimum: Whether the former Bowmanville Zoo lands could accommodate a full-sized off-leash dog park consistent with the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan; Identification of any other suitable North Bowmanville location that would satisfy the objectives of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, i.e. east of Camp 30; Whether any amendments to the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, Secondary Plans, or other approved planning documents would be required for any identified option; The planning, consultation, design, capital, operating, and timing implications associated with each option; Any impacts on existing approved park amenities or master plans; Staff's preferred recommendation; and That no further capital expenditures related to the construction of the Guildwood Off-Leash Dog Park, other than those necessary to preserve the approved budget and proje

That Report CAO-008-26, Recommendation to Adopt an Updated Community Improvement Plan (CIP), be received; That Council adopt Official Plan Amendment COPA2026-0007, as included in Attachment 2, to designate a municipality-wide Community Improvement Project Area (CIPA); That Council enact the By-law, as included in Attachment 3, to adopt the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Municipality of Clarington; That staff be authorized to administer the Community Improvement Plan and its programs in accordance with the policies outlined in the Plan; That the CAO, or designate, be authorized to execute agreements for all Community Improvement Plan programs, with the exception of Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) programs, to the satisfaction of the Deputy CAO, Legislative Services, and the Deputy CAO/Treasurer, Finance and Technology; That staff monitor the uptake and effectiveness of the Community Improvement Plan programs through 2028 and report back as part of a future budget submission, if required; That the Community Improvement Plan come into effect on January 1, 2027, in accordance with the Community Improvement Plan By-law; That Council request the Province of Ontario to explore the establishment of a grant and/or loan program to assist businesses with financing accessibility improvements required to support compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); That a copy of Council's resolution be circulated to the Premier of Ontario, the Mini

That the foregoing Resolution #C-206-26 be amended by replacing: That Council request the Province of Ontario to explore the establishment of a grant and/or loan program to assist businesses with financing accessibility improvements required to support compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); With the following: That Council advocate to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for the creation of a grant and/or loan program to assist businesses with financing accessibility improvements required to support compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

That Report CAO-008-26, Recommendation to Adopt an Updated Community Improvement Plan (CIP), be received; That Council adopt Official Plan Amendment COPA2026-0007, as included in Attachment 2, to designate a municipality-wide Community Improvement Project Area (CIPA); That Council enact the By-law, as included in Attachment 3, to adopt the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Municipality of Clarington; That staff be authorized to administer the Community Improvement Plan and its programs in accordance with the policies outlined in the Plan; That the CAO, or designate, be authorized to execute agreements for all Community Improvement Plan programs, with the exception of Tax Increment Equivalent Grant (TIEG) programs, to the satisfaction of the Deputy CAO, Legislative Services, and the Deputy CAO/Treasurer, Finance and Technology; That staff monitor the uptake and effectiveness of the Community Improvement Plan programs through late 2027 and report back as part of a future budget submission, if required; That the Community Improvement Plan come into effect on January 1, 2027, in accordance with the Community Improvement Plan By-law; That Council advocate to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for the creation of a grant and/or loan program to assist businesses with financing accessibility improvements required to support compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); That a copy of Council's resolution be circulated to the Premier of

That all Items listed in Section 6, with the exception of Item 6.2 be approved, in accordance with the Agenda.

That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report LGS-032-26 - CODEFS - Postponement of Tender - Alternative Locations, be approved.

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 Amendment application submitted by GHD Canada on behalf of D.G. Group and continue processing the application including the preparation of a subsequent recommendation report; and, That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-066-26 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.

That Report PDS-069-26 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 Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by The Biglieri Group Ltd. c/o Mark Jacobs on behalf of John Boddy Development Ltd and continue processing the application including the preparation of a subsequent recommendation report; and, That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-069-26 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.

That the delegation be extended for an additional 2 minutes.

That Report PDS-070-26 and any related communication items, be

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 Plan of Subdivision applications submitted by D.G. Biddle and Associates Limited (Agent) on behalf of Northglen Land Corporation (Owner) and continue processing the applications including the preparation of a subsequent recommendations report; and That all interested parties listed in Report PDS-074-26 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Yes (7) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Traill, Councillor Woo, and Councillor Zwart

That all Items listed in Section 9 with the exception of Item 9.4, be approved.

That By-law 2026-084 being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a special meeting held on August 10, 2026, be approved.

That the meeting adjourn at 9:08 p.m.

That the foregoing Resolution #C-202-26 be divided and the following paragraphs be considered separately: 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 and Culture Master Plan; For greater certainty, this Motion does not amend the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, nor direct Staff to redesign or implement a dog park on the former Bowmanville Zoo lands at this time. Rather, Council is requesting a report respecting the feasibility of alternative locations and the planning implications associated with those options; and Special Council Meeting Minutes August 10, 2026 That the Staff report include, at a minimum: a. Whether the former Bowmanville Zoo lands could accommodate a full- sized off-leash dog park consistent with the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan; b. Identification of any other suitable North Bowmanville location that would satisfy the objectives of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, i.e. east of Camp 30; c. Whether any amendments to the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, Secondary Plans, or other approved planning documents would be required for any identified option; d. The planning, consultation, design, capital, operating, and timing implications associated with each option; e. Any impacts on existing approved park amenities or master plans; f. Staff's preferred recommendation; and No furt

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 and Culture Master Plan; Special Council Meeting Minutes August 10, 2026 That for greater certainty, this Motion does not amend the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, nor direct Staff to redesign or implement a dog park on the former Bowmanville Zoo lands at this time. Rather, Council is requesting a report respecting the feasibility of alternative locations and the planning implications associated with those options; and That the Staff report include, at a minimum: a. Whether the former Bowmanville Zoo lands could accommodate a full- sized off-leash dog park consistent with the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan; b. Identification of any other suitable North Bowmanville location that would satisfy the objectives of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, i.e. east of Camp 30; c. Whether any amendments to the Bowmanville Zoo Master Plan, Secondary Plans, or other approved planning documents would be required for any identified option; d. The planning, consultation, design, capital, operating, and timing implications associated with each option; e. Any impacts on existing approved park amenities or master plans; f. Staff's preferred recommendation; and That no further capital expenditures related to the construction of the Guildwood Off-Leash Dog Park, o

Special Council Meeting Minutes August 10, 2026 That the foregoing Resolution #C-206-26 be amended by replacing: That staff monitor the uptake and effectiveness of the Community Improvement Plan programs through 2028 and report back as part of a future budget submission, if required; With the following: That staff monitor the uptake and effectiveness of the Community Improvement Plan programs through late 2027 and report back as part of a future budget submission, if required.