The Port Hope Record

Adam Pearson

Deputy Mayor · seen 2022-11-15 to 2026-09-15 · served 2022–2026

269substantive motions movedof 196 meetings the minutes record them at
96procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
259substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
7meetings recorded absentof 196 they were on the record for
31–18recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

Vote count and office as published by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2022 municipal election results (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Everything else on this page is read from Port Hope’s own minutes.

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Committee of the Whole September 1, 2026
That Council reconsider its resolution on May 18, 2023, respecting the CAO performance evaluation process, which selected CAMA model as the preferred CAO performance evaluation model and directed Mayor, Deputy Mayor…
Against · 4–3 · Defeated
Committee of the Whole July 7, 2026
Whereas a tree is a living being whose physical integrity and vital needs, both above and below ground, it must be respected and protected within the municipal ecosystem, and Whereas the urban canopy and forest…
Against · 4–3 · Carried
Special Council June 23, 2026
That Council receive Confidential Report CAO-06-26; and That Council authorize the acquisition of 39 Pine Street in accordance with the terms outlined in Confidential Report CAO-06-26;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council June 2, 2026
That the presentation by Jack Ammendolia, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. regarding Final Report - Ward Boundary and Council Composition Review be r eceived for information.
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council June 2, 2026
That Report LLS-21-26 regarding Ward Boundary and Council Composition Review Final Report be received for information.
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council June 2, 2026
That Report LLS-21-26 regarding Ward Boundary and Council Composition Review Final Report be received for information. For (6): Mayor Hankivsky, Councillor Andrews, Councillor Holloway Wadhwani, Councillor Mink, Deputy…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council February 24, 2026
That Council approve Option 3 as noted in Report WE-02-26 and authorize funding in the amount of $50,000 per year for two years (2026 and 2027), totaling $100,000, to be funded from the Community Benefit Reserve Fund…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council Meeting February 17, 2026
That Council direct staff to continue advancing the Ward Boundary Review in accordance with Council’s existing direction and Option 1 as noted in Report LLS-06-26.
Against · 2–5 · Defeated
Council Meeting February 17, 2026
That Council direct staff to continue advancing the Ward Boundary Review in accordance with Council's existing direction and Option 2 as noted in Report LLS-02-26;
For · 5–2 · Carried
Committee of the Whole February 3, 2026
That a by-law be presented to Council to rezone the Subject Lands municipally known as 86 John Street to two separate site-specific Downtown Commercial Zone, being ‘COM3(157)’ and COM3(158)’.
For · 5–2 · Carried
Special Council January 13, 2026
That Council direct staff to work towards the timeline and funding for the Garden Hill Dam application process through the GRCA;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Special Council January 13, 2026
That Council endorse the Mayor’s intention to bring forward a proposed 2.7% increase for the 2026 Strong Mayor's Budget; and That Council further endorse the Mayor's intention to use any available Community Benefit…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Committee of the Whole May 6, 2025
WHEREAS the Municipality of Port Hope has not reviewed its ward boundaries or Council composition since amalgamation; and WHEREAS there are increasing community concerns regarding the current balance of representation…
For · 6–1 · Deferred
Council Meeting March 18, 2025
WHEREAS the Council recognizes that the rural area has specific and unique issues and challenges which require thoughtful review and consideration;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council Meeting February 18, 2025
at the Committee of the Whole meeting of February 4, 2025 Council considered Report WE-02-25 regarding Northumberland Broadband Project;
For · 5–1 · Carried
Council Meeting January 21, 2025
Council considered Staff Report CS-15-24 regarding Declare former George Hamilton Public School Surplus and Authorize Sale Process at its Meeting on January 21, 2025, Now therefore be it resolved: That Council pass…
For · 5–2 · Carried
Council Meeting December 17, 2024
That Report CS-15-24 be
For · 5–2 · Deferred
Special Council November 19, 2024
That staff be directed to prepare a budget estimate for inclusion in the 2026 Budget considerations related to the necessary audio/visual technology improvements at the Port Hope Community Hub, required to facilitate…
Against · 2–5 · Carried
Special Council November 19, 2024
That an additional $100,000 be allocated to Planning Services in the 2025 Budget for the activation of the Port Hope Economic Development Strategic Implementation Plan (2023-2030).
Against · 2–5 · Carried
Special Council November 19, 2024
That staff be directed to discontinue community grant funding moving forward.
Against · 2–5 · Withdrawn
Special Council November 19, 2024
That the $67100 allotted to community grants and $125,000 allotted to foundational funding agreements in the proposed 2025 budget be removed.
Against · 2–5 · Defeated
Special Council November 19, 2024
That the $90,000 for the crosswalk on Ontario Street be removed from the proposed 2025 budget and be
For · 5–2 · Referred
Special Council November 19, 2024
That a By-law be prepared for presentation to Council to approve the 2025 Municipal budget as amended.
For · 5–2 · Carried
Special Council November 19, 2024
That the $67100 allotted to community grants and $125,000 allotted to foundational funding agreements in the proposed 2025 budget be removed.
Against · 2–5 · Defeated
Special Council November 19, 2024
That a By-law be prepared for presentation to Council to approve the 2025 Municipal budget as amended. For (5): Mayor Hankivsky, Councillor Andrews, Councillor Attridge, Deputy Mayor Holloway Wadhwani, and Councillor…
For · 5–2 · Carried
Special Council October 2, 2024
That Council support the Cleanup Criterion Change for Arsenic from 18 ppm to 50 ppm in the waste nuclear substance license issued to the Canadian Nuclear Laboratories;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Committee of the Whole February 20, 2024
That Report CS-03-24 be received; and That Council direct Staff to proceed with Option # 2 (By-Election) in order to fill the Vacancy for Office of Councillor, Ward 2.
For · 2–4 · Defeated
Committee of the Whole February 20, 2024
That Report CS-03-24 be received; and That Council direct Staff to proceed with Option # 1B ( Appointment by Call for Applications) in order to fill the Vacancy for Office of Councillor, Ward 2.
Against · 2–4 · Defeated
Committee of the Whole February 20, 2024
That Report CS-03-24 be received; and That Council direct Staff to proceed with Option # 1A (Appointment from 2022 Municipal Election Candidates) in order to fill the Vacancy for Office of Councillor, Ward 2;
For · 4–2 · Carried
Special Finance Committee November 28, 2023
That the $105,000 for the design of the Barrett Street pedestrian bridge be removed from the proposed 2024 budget.
For · 6–0 · Carried
Special Finance Committee November 28, 2023
That the amount included in the 2024 budget for Fire Station 2 design be reduced to $267,000, and $178,000 be preapproved in the 2025 municipal budget.
For · 6–0 · Carried
Special Finance Committee November 28, 2023
That all budget communications, moving forward, identify only one weighted average for the entire municipality.
For · 6–0 · Carried
Special Finance Committee November 28, 2023
That a By-law be prepared for presentation to Council to approve the 2024 Municipal budget as amended by the Finance Committee.
For · 6–0 · Carried
Committee of the Whole November 21, 2023
WHEREAS the Municipality of Port Hope on May 2, 2023 through Resolution 24/2023 declared housing and shelter as a Human Right;
Against · 2–5 · Defeated
Special Council June 29, 2023
On June 9, 2023, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing filed O. Reg 127/23: Minister’s Zoning Order for zoning by-law amendment application for 65 Ward Street to facilitate the development of long-term care facility…
Against · 3–4 · Defeated
Special Council June 29, 2023
Whereas on June 9, 2023, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing filed O. Reg 127/23: Minister’s Zoning Order for zoning by-law amendment application for 65 Ward Street to facilitate the development of long-term care…
For · 4–3 · Carried
Committee of the Whole May 16, 2023
WHEREAS systemic oppression continues to impact marginalized individuals and communities, including but not limited to those based on race, gender, sexuality, religion, ability, and socioeconomic status;
For · 4–3 · Carried
Council Meeting March 21, 2023
WHEREAS opportunities for youth to engage civically with local government helps them develop the knowledge and skills to make a difference in their communities;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Council Meeting February 7, 2023
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 08/2023 being a By-law to Appoint Members to the Committee of Adjustment for the Municipality of Port Hope be read a first and second time.
Against · 5–2 · Carried
Council Meeting February 7, 2023
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 09/2023 being a By-law to Adopt the 2023 Operating and Capital Budget for the Municipality of Port Hope be read a first and second time.
Against · 5–2 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (7)

Council MeetingJune 16, 2026
Committee of the WholeFebruary 4, 2025
Council MeetingNovember 26, 2024
Special CouncilOctober 2, 2023
Committee of the WholeApril 4, 2023
Council MeetingApril 4, 2023
Special CouncilMarch 13, 2023

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 269)

That the presentation by Shannon McKinnon, Screening Operations Lead, and Police Chief Tim Farquharson, Port Hope Police Service regarding Criminal Background Screening Unit be re ceived for information.
Council Meeting, August 11, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive Report LLS-30-26 regarding the implementation of an Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS); and That Council approve the implementation of an Administrative Monetary Penalty System for the Municipality of Port Hope; and That the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law, included as Attachment 1 to this report, be approved; and That the Screening and Hearing Officer
Council Meeting, August 11, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive Confidential Report LLS-29-26 for information; and That Council authorize Staff to proceed with remediation works at 121 Cavan Street immediately following the expiry of the Order to Remedy in accordance with the Municipality’s Procurement Policy and Property Standards Bylaw; and That staff be directed to communicate publicly with respect to the remediation of the property upo
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Carried
That the delegation from Vincent O'Hanley, CD (Capt. Ret.), Royal Canadian Legion Branch 30, Port Hope, regarding the Proposal for a Veterans Crosswalk, be received; and That the matter be
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Referred
That Council receive Report LLS-28-26 regarding the Restricted Acts (Lame Duck) Delegation of Authority Provisions; and That Council approve the by-law regarding the delegation of authority to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to undertake actions otherwise restricted under Section 275 of the Municipal Act, 2001, (Attachment 1); and That this delegation shall only apply in the event that the
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Carried
That Council approve an initial Phase 1 capital budget of $4.9 Million and a 2026 operating budget of $177K relating to the acquisition, preparation and operation of 39 Pine Street North; and, That the CAO be directed to work with CNL to secure the necessary PHAI funding to remediate 39 Pine Street North; and, That the CAO be directed to secure offsetting grants, rentals, and other revenue sources
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Carried
That Council approve Items 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4, 13.5, 13.6, 13.7, 13.8 and 13.10 under Committee Reports and Recommendations Consent Agenda as listed under the July 21, 2026 Council Meeting agenda.
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive the confidential update from staff regarding ongoing Atomic Energy Canada Limited (AECL) negotiations related to the centre pier; and That Council confirm the confidential direction provided to staff.
Special Council, July 15, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive Report CAO-07-26 regarding the Municipality of Port Hope’s recent acquisition of 39 Pine Street for information.
Committee of the Whole, July 7, 2026 · Carried
That Council reconsider the motion adopted at its May 19, 2026 meeting regarding Report DS-07-26, Housing and Additional Residential Unit Zoning By-law Amendment (File No. ZB06-2025), respecting the approval in principle of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment and the related directions to staff.
Committee of the Whole, July 7, 2026 · Carried
That Council authorize staff to reallocate Capital project savings from the Fire Station 1 Roof Repair Project and the Phase 1- Fire Station 2 Replacement Project (Pemberton Driveway) to fund the Fire Prevention Replacement Vehicle as noted in Report FES-02-26. That Council authorize staff to enter into an agreement to purchase a replacement Fire Prevention Vehicle for Port Hope Fire and Emergency
Committee of the Whole, July 7, 2026 · Carried
That leave be granted to introduce a by-law and to dispense with the reading of the by-law by the Clerk to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Port Hope at its special meeting held on June 25, 2026 and the same be considered read and passed and that the Mayor and Clerk sign the same and the Seal of the Corporation be thereto affixed
Special Council, June 25, 2026 · Carried
That leave be granted to introduce a by-law and to dispense with the reading of the by-law by the Clerk to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council of the Municipality of Port Hope at its Special meeting held on June 2, 2026 and the same be considered read and passed and that the Mayor and Clerk sign the same and the Seal of the Corporation be thereto affixed.
Special Council, June 2, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive Report FIT-08-26; and That Council approve the updated Strategic Asset Management Policy (“SAMP”), attached as Appendix “A” and repeal the previous Strategic Asset Management policy (Resolution 60/2019); and That Council endorse the revised Asset Management Team Terms of Reference, attached as Appendix “B”, which will form as an attachment to the Policy; and That the Chief Adm
Committee of the Whole, June 2, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive Report FIT-07-26 for information.
Committee of the Whole, May 5, 2026 · Carried
That leave be granted to introduce a by-law and to dispense with the reading of the by-law by the Clerk to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council of the Municipality of Port hope at its special council meeting held on April 23, 2026 and the same be considered and read and passed and that the Mayor and the Clerk sign the same and the Seal of the Corporation be thereto affixed.
Special Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
That the Municipal Solicitor be directed to execute the Memorandum of Agreement with Birkdale Capital Corp. in a form substantially as set out in Staff Report LLS-19-26.
Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
That Council adopt the draft Terms of Reference for the Joint Compliance Audit Committee as shown in Attachment #1 of Report LLS-17-26; and That the Clerk be authorized to bring forward a by-law to appoint individuals to the 2026 – 2030 Joint Compliance Audit Committee as per the draft Terms of Reference to Council upon the successful completion of recruitment.
Committee of the Whole, April 7, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive the confidential litigation update from the Municipal Solicitor/Director of Legal, Legislative Services, as information; and That Council receive the confidential quarterly update from the CAO as information.
Special Council, April 2, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS Council at their In-Camera meeting of March 17, 2026 considered Confidential Staff Report PRC-03-26 regarding 2025 Civic Award Recipient Recommendations; AND WHEREAS Council considered the recommendations for 2025 Civic Award Recipients by the Civic Awards Committee, commending the excellent quality of applicants and their service to the community; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council
Council Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
That the presentation by Ralph Torrie on behalf of Blue Dot Northumberland regarding Impact Assessment Process on the New Nuclear at Wesleyville be r eceived for information.
Council Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive this report for information; and That Council endorse Staff’s continued work toward finalizing the new Parking By-law in conjunction with the Municipality’s Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) implementation; and, That Staff be directed to report back to Council with the final Parking By-law for enactment once the AMPS program and associated requirements are in place
Council Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive the 2025 Port Hope Drinking Water System Annual and Summary Report.
Committee of the Whole, March 3, 2026 · Carried
That a By-law be presented to Council to approve the 2026 Wastewater Consumptive Rate Increase and amend By-law 69-2020 to implement the approved 2026 Budget; and That the proposed By-law include adjustments to block 1, 2, and 3 wastewater consumption rates percentage increases found in table WW-8 of 69-2020 to maintain the 2025 increase to $3.50/m3, $4.37/m3, and $5.26/m3
Committee of the Whole, March 3, 2026 · Carried
That the presentation by Cory Harris, Watershed Services Coordinator, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA), Peter Deshane, Manager of Infrastructure, and Denise Marshall, Director of Public Works, Northumberland County, be r eceive for information.
Special Council, February 24, 2026 · Carried
That leave be granted to introduce a by-law and to dispense with the reading of the by-law by the Clerk to confirm the proceedings of the Special Council of the Municipality of Port Hope at its special Council meeting held on February 24, 2026 and the same be considered read and passed and that the Mayor and the Clerk sign the same and the Seal of the Corporation be thereto affixed.
Special Council, February 24, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive the confidential update from staff and legal counsel as information; and That Council confirm the confidential direction provided to staff.
Council Meeting, February 17, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive Report LLS-03-26 regarding the Proclamation and Flag Requests Policy; and That Council approve the Proclamation and Flag Requests Policy (Attachment 1), with an effective date of February 17, 2026; and That Council rescind the former Flag Protocol (2013_02); and That the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), in consultation with the Clerk, be authorized to make any administrativ
Committee of the Whole, February 3, 2026 · Carried
That Council direct staff to approve the Waiving of Fees, in the amount of $500.00, in accordance with By-Law 71/2012 relating to the application from 116 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps (RCSCC) Skeena 85th Annual Ceremonial Review.
Committee of the Whole, February 3, 2026 · Carried
That the staff presentation by Shrishma Davé, Manager of Legislative Services/Municipal Clerk, regarding 2026 Municipal and School Board Election - Roles and Responsibilities be r eceived for information.
Council Meeting, January 20, 2026 · Carried
​​That Council authorize the naming of the courtyard at Town Park Recreation Centre to the Frank M. Lauria Memorial Courtyard.
Council Meeting, January 20, 2026 · Carried
That Council receive the confidential update from staff and legal counsel as information and that Council confirm the confidential direction to staff.
Council Meeting, December 16, 2025 · Carried
Whereas at the Committee of the Whole meeting of December 2, 2025 Council received a presentation regarding the 2026 Budget Update Process; Now therefore be it resolved that Council decrease the time period as set out in subsection 7(3) of O'Reg 530/22 to pass a resolution making an amendment to the proposed budget to 14 days; and That Council decrease the time period as set out in subsection 7(10
Council Meeting, December 16, 2025 · Carried
That leave be granted to introduce By-law 56-2025 to 59-2025 and to dispense with the reading of the by-laws by the Clerk and that the same be considered read and passed and that the Mayor and the Clerk sign the same and the Seal of the Corporation be thereto affixed.
Council Meeting, December 16, 2025 · Carried
That Council decrease the time period as set out in subsection 7(3) of O'Reg 530/22 to pass a resolution making an amendment to the proposed budget to 14 days.
Committee of the Whole, December 2, 2025 · Carried
That Council repeal the Civic Awards Program Policy (resolution 11/2021) and replace with the newly refreshed Civic Awards Program Policy (Attachment 1); and, That Council adopt the revised Terms of Reference for the Civic Awards Advisory Committee (CAAC) as noted in Attachment 2; and That the Clerk be directed to bring forward an amendment to the Committee By-law 05/2021 to adopt the revised Term
Council Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
That the presentation by Ravi Prasher, Lionston Group, and Matt Ryan, FAD Architects, regarding Hope 138: Reimagining Urban Potential be r eceived for information.
Special Council, November 12, 2025 · Carried
That Council receive Report DS-16-25 for information.
Committee of the Whole, November 4, 2025 · Carried
That Report PS-15-25 be received; and That Council authorize Municipal Staff to accept new unwrapped toys, gift cards, and non-perishable food items in lieu of payment for parking tickets received from December 1st through to the December 15th, every year hence forth.
Committee of the Whole, November 4, 2025 · Carried
That Council receive the confidential update regarding ongoing OPG negotiations as information.
Council Meeting, October 21, 2025 · Carried

In the record

189meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
7conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
1,967votes in 2022Local Councillor
Council Meeting February 13, 2024
with respect to Item 12.3 - Report FS-02-24 re: Heritage Business Improvement Area 2024 Budget, as he is the owner of a business that is part of the Heritage Business Improvement Area
Special Finance Committee November 28, 2023
regarding matters /discussions pertaining to the Works and Engineering Department presentation - Walton Street Reconstruction budget as he is a business owner and directly impacted by this matter
Council Meeting November 21, 2023
on Items 8.2 and 9.4, as he is a sole proprietor of a business directly impacted by this matter
Council Meeting March 7, 2023
on Item 9.3, Options for Walton Street Bump-out at Lent Lane, as he is a sole proprietor of a business directly impacted by this matter
Committee of the Whole February 21, 2023
on this item
Special Finance Committee January 31, 2023
regarding all matters /discussions pertaining to the Heritage Business Improvement Area (HBIA) budget as he is a business owner and within the Heritage Business Improvement Area District
Committee of the Whole January 24, 2023
with regard to Item 9.2.1 regarding Walton Street Redesign - Lent Lane Bump Out as he owns a business that is likely to be impacted by construction activity and road closures as part of the Walton…

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