Procedure By-Law Survey

Every municipal Council in Ontario must have a procedure by-law.
 
The procedure by-law governs the way that Council and board/committee meetings are run.
 
The by-law includes rules for how municipal meetings are called, time, date & location of meetings, the conduct of members, and how meetings proceed.
 
The by-law also guides public participation with Council and the way the municipality communicates about meetings.
 
Council is considering updating its current procedure by-law to ensure it best supports the good governance of the municipality and aligns with provincial legislation.
 
Council is requesting feedback on public participation in meetings and the decision-making process.
 
Review existing Procedure By-Law), and its 2016 Amendment (16-087),and both 2020 Amendments (20-034 and 20-067) .
 
Review the Proposed Procedure By-Law (2025).

Procedure By-Law Survey 2025

The procedure by-law is a set structure that guides processes for Council and its Committee meetings to carry out the business of the Town. Some of the things the by-law outlines include: how Council members cast their votes, how late Council meetings can run, conduct for Council, how residents delegate and interact with Council, and how public meetings are communicated to residents.
 
Please take a moment to complete a short survey to help us better understand your experience with Council and Committee meetings. The Survey will be open commencing Friday, August 29, 2025 and close on Friday, September 12, 2025.