Robert Cummings

The Committee discussed and took action on several planning and development matters, including the endorsement of a Logistics Land Use Strategy, approval of zoning by-law amendments for properties on Humber Station Road and Mount Pleasant Road, and the deferral of the 2026 Rehabilitation Master Plan. Additionally, the committee addressed the Designated Heritage Property Grant Program, a sidewalk extension project, temporary zoning amendments, waste collection implementation plans, and parking enforcement for the Bolton Tennis Club. The committee also resolved to support Bill 21, the Protect Our Food Act.

The committee reviewed and approved the 2025 Audited Financial Statements, which included the Draft Consolidated Corporation of the Town of Caledon Financial Statements, Caledon Public Library Board Financial Statements, Provincial Offences Office, and the Trust Fund Financial Statements. Additionally, the committee convened in a closed session to discuss a memorandum regarding audit services.

The committee held a public meeting to receive input regarding multiple zoning by-law and official plan amendments. Key discussion topics included proposed amendments for properties at 9408 Columbia Way, 14320 Mount Hope Road, 13286 Nunnville Road, and 14 Station Road, as well as a town-initiated rezoning for the Brampton Fairgrounds at 12942 Heart Lake Road. Residents and committee members raised concerns regarding construction impacts, traffic volumes and safety, drainage, environmental protections, infrastructure capacity, and property development specifics, such as building heights, setbacks, and density.

The committee participated in a workshop regarding the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Presentations covered the application of the Charter to meeting conduct and municipal decision-making, along with a review of the town's guidance document concerning decorum during public meetings.

The committee discussed the implementation of an Automated School Bus Stop-Arm Camera Systems program and authorized a funding contribution for the early development work of the second Abbeyfield House. Key actions included the approval of a 4-way stop on Henry Wilson Drive, the waiver of site plan application fees for the Caledon Agricultural Society community facility, and the decision to implement a Municipal Accommodation Tax. Additionally, the committee approved the expansion of the Southfields parking pilot program to Mayfield West, authorized the design of a public square in Caledon East, initiated an interim moratorium on new data center planning applications pending the development of a comprehensive local framework, and allocated funding for community street festivals to support businesses impacted by the closure of Airport Road.