Mary-Anne Dempster

The Clarington Transportation Master Plan (CTMP) provides a long-term strategy to guide the development of a sustainable and integrated multi-modal transportation system through 2031. It aims to reduce reliance on private automobiles by promoting active transportation, enhanced transit services, and transportation demand management (TDM) initiatives. The plan focuses on optimizing the road network, improving connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists, and expanding transit options to accommodate projected population and employment growth, fostering a healthy, safe, and accessible travel network.

This Accessibility Plan outlines the Municipality of Clarington's commitment to making the 2026 Municipal Election accessible to all electors and candidates with disabilities. It details strategies for identifying, removing, and preventing barriers by focusing on accessible communications and information, website accessibility, support for candidates and third-party advertisers, accessible internet and telephone voting systems, and the establishment of accessible Election Assistance Centres. The plan also includes comprehensive staff training and feedback mechanisms for continuous monitoring and improvement.

The committee meeting addressed several items including the approval of an agricultural irrigation pipe installation, a report on the Clarington Board of Trade, and a commemoration project for Marie Hubbard. The committee also discussed the establishment of a Municipal Accommodation Tax program, the procurement of audio/visual system upgrades for Council Chambers, and the appointment of members to the Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee and the Integrity Commissioner. Additionally, the committee passed a resolution to increase the value of post-secondary education bursaries and addressed advisory committee resignations and appointments.

The council meeting included a presentation honoring a local dog's success at a prestigious dog show, with a resolution to install commemorative signs. A delegation addressed concerns regarding infrastructure and community facility funding. Key legislative actions included approving the Courtice Waterfront Secondary Plan, amendments to official plans, and authorization for transportation impact studies. The council also passed a resolution affirming support for the maintenance of locally elected school board trustees and called for a transparent consultation process on governance models.

The committee meeting addressed various planning and development topics including delegations regarding road and fire safety, residential zoning amendments for multiple properties, and the Courtice Waterfront Secondary Plan. Discussion occurred regarding the rehabilitation of the Camp 30 Cafeteria building, including fundraising timelines and security responsibilities for the Jury Lands Foundation. Public meetings were held to gather feedback on zoning by-law amendments and subdivision plans. Additionally, the committee dealt with heritage designations, the appointment of a Deputy Chief Building Official, and municipal responses to provincial conservation authority consolidation. An executive session was held concerning a lease agreement for the cafeteria building.