Every municipal Council in Ontario must have a Procedure By-Law governing the way that Council and its board and committee meetings are run.
The by-law includes rules on how meetings are called, their time, date & location, the conduct of members, and the order of business.
The by-law also guides public participation with Council, and the way the municipality communicates about meetings.
Council is updating its current Procedure By-Law to ensure it best supports good governance, and aligns with provincial legislation.
Council is requesting feedback on public participation in meetings and the decision-making process.
Review Council’s existing Procedure By-Law, and its 2016 Amendment, and its 2020 Amendments (20-034 & 20-067) .
Review the Proposed Procedure By-Law (2025).
The Survey campaign was open from August 29 to September 12, 2025 and is now Closed. A Survey Results Report will be available as part of the September 16, 2025 Public Meeting Agenda.