That Council suspend the procedural by-law pertaining to subsection 5.11 b) regarding Notice of a Special Meeting to allow item 8.4 to be divided into the following two motions: 8.4 Motion from Mayor Lucas Cleveland regarding Direction to implement an ICBL on height to Protecting Cobourg's Character while the Official Plan work is completed. 8.5 Motion from Mayor Lucas Cleveland regarding Height a
WHEREAS mandatory evacuation orders issued July 13, 2026 have displaced 474 members of Whitesand First Nation and residents of Armstrong to Thunder Bay, and neighbouring Namaygoosisagagun (Collins) First Nation has
WHEREAS 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion, incorporated by a special Act of Parliament on July 17, 1926, representing a century of service to Canadian veterans, their families, and communities across this nation; and WHEREAS the Town of Cobourg is home to countless veterans and active military families whose sacrifice in service to Canada deserves permanent and visible
THAT the Committee confirm the agenda, as circulated.
MOTION TO AMEND THAT the motion be replaced with the following wording: THAT Council direct Staff to report back on the Outdoor Parking Spot Fee Adjustment and direct staff to implement a fee of $15.00 per day and that the fee shall not exceed that amount until Staff report back; and FURTHER THAT Council approve licensing to issue the permit and collect the fee upon finalization approval by Counci
THAT Council direct Staff to report back on the Outdoor Parking Spot Fee Adjustment and direct staff to implement a fee of $15.00 per day and that the fee shall not exceed that amount until Staff report back. FURTHER THAT Council approve licensing to issue the permit and collect the fee upon finalization approval by Council.
MOTION TO AMEND THAT the motion be amended to add grant approval for Beyond the Blue Box Inc. in the amount of $6,500, with $3,500 being reallocated from the Rose Quest Personal Care Initiative, as shown below: $6,500 - The Rose Quest Personal Care Initiative (Community project) $6,500 – Beyond the Blue Box Inc. (Capital)
WHEREAS at the Corporate, Finance and Legislative Standing Committee on May 14, 2026, the Committee considered Report No. LS-2026-016 from the Deputy Clerk/Manager, Legislative Services regarding 2026 Community Grant Applications. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council provide direction to Staff for the approval of the 2026 Municipal Community Grant Applications listed below in the amount of $1
THAT the Committee confirm the agenda, as circulated.
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation as recommended by the Accessibility Advisory Committee at the March 18, 2026 meeting and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council support the launch of the Enable Canada Tour with the Town of Cobourg as a municipal accessibility initiative; and Page 2 of 8 May 14, 2026 FURTHER THAT Council direct
THAT the Committee adopt the following staff reports on the consent agenda as a single motion: 9.1 Report No. COR-2026-005 from the Treasurer/Director of Corporate Services regarding Northam Industrial Park 2025 Financial and Operational Update WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive
MOTION TO DIVIDE THAT the Committee divide the motion into two parts with the second part of the motion considering the funding of the following Municipal Community Grant Applications: $5,000 - Sounds of the Next Generation (Operating & Community Event) $10,000 - The Rose Quest Personal Care Initiative (Community project)
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council provide direction to Staff for the approval of the 2026 Municipal Community Grant Applications listed below in the amount of $15,000 to be funded from the Community Grants Budget: $5,000 - Sounds of the Next Generation (Operating & Community Event)
MOTION TO AMEND That the motion be replaced with the following wording: THAT Council direct Staff to engage MASS Civic Innovation Lab on the 2026 Service Ballot Pilot project signaling the Town’s interest and direct Staff to report back to Council.
WHEREAS the residents of Cobourg and the Northumberland region face ongoing and growing challenges in accessing quality healthcare, including a shortage of physicians and gaps in community-based care options; and WHEREAS recent changes - including the amalgamation of the regional physician recruitment function and new healthcare delivery reforms being implemented by the Government of Ontario - pre
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council refer the delegation regarding a 2026 service ballot pilot initiative to Staff for a report back.
THAT the Committee confirm the agenda, as circulated.
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the Contribution Agreement, all supporting documents, and any amending agreements with Housing, Infrastructure Page 2 of 3 April 8, 2026 and Communities Canada for participation in the Canada Public Trans
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council enact By-law No. 020-2026 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the lands located at 185 First Street.
MOTION TO LAY ON THE TABLE That Council lay on the table the following motion: THAT Council designate Building 18 as the Town of Cobourg Council approved daytime municipal warming room; and FURTHER THAT Council authorize staff to proceed with the necessary operational steps to open the facility by November 1, 2026 or earlier if possible; and FURTHER THAT Council approve the implementation of a sin
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the delegation regarding the New Hope Academy for information purposes.
THAT Council direct Staff to report back on parking in the Town of Cobourg at the March 25, 2026 Regular Meeting with the following: 1. A comparison to the Port Hope parking model; 2. $40 dollar parking pass for residents Town-wide; 3. That during high-season the rate remain at the normal hourly rate of $2.25 across the Town; 4. Consideration of a monthly pass for DBIA employees for the low and hi
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct Staff to execute an agreement with Creative Outdoor Advertising (COA) to provide bench and transit shelter advertising services for a period of three (3) years, commencing January 1, 2026, with an option to extend the agreement for up to an addi
WHEREAS at the Public Works, Planning and Development Standing Committee on February 11, 2026, the Committee considered Report No. DS-2026-003 from the Manager of Planning, Development Review and Director of Development regarding a Request for Financial Relief – Plazacomm Development. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council deny Plazacomm’s request regarding the waiving of Development Charges an
MOTION TO REFER THAT Council refer the motion above to Staff for a report back regarding the following: THAT Council direct Staff to revisit existing CIP programs that could model up to 100% of development charge relief for purpose built rentals including the costs associated with this direction and report back to Council.
THAT Council designate Building 18 as the Town of Cobourg Council approved daytime municipal warming room; and FURTHER THAT Council authorize staff to proceed with the necessary operational steps to open the facility by November 1, 2026 or earlier if possible; and FURTHER THAT Council approve the implementation of a single guard with mobile support (option A) with flexibility to adjust to option B
MOTION TO AMEND That the following wording be added to the motion as item v.: The inclusion of remuneration to the members of Council that are appointed to the Cobourg Police Service Board (CPSB) to be in line with what the current members of the CPSB receive.
THAT the Committee appoint Councillor Miriam Mutton as Chair for 2026 starting at the March 11, 2026 Meeting.
THAT the Committee confirm the agenda, as circulated.
THAT the Committee adopt the following staff reports on the consent agenda as a single motion: 10.1 Report No. PW-2026-004 from the Director of Public Works and Engineering regarding Bagot Street Parking WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report No. PW-2026-004 for information p
MOTION TO AMEND That the following wording be added to the motion: FURTHER THAT Council direct Staff and the Mayor reach out to the Provincial Government and the Federal Government to inquire about additional funding opportunities.
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council deny Plazacomm’s request regarding the waiving of Development Charges and property taxes for 10 years for the proposed development located at 357-361 Elgin Street West; and FURTHER THAT Council direct Staff and the Mayor reach out to the Provincial Gov
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council agree to donate the requested land to Northumberland Workforce Housing Corporation Inc. for the purposes of affordable housing; and FURTHER THAT Council direct Staff to prepare a reference plan to sever the portion of the property at 206 Furnace Street
MOTION TO REFER THAT the Committee refer the recommendation for Report No. DS-2026-005 to Items Extracted from Consent Agenda at the February 25, 2026 Regular Meeting.
THAT the Committee confirm the agenda, as circulated.
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct Staff to proceed with the Request for Quotation for a community disbursement partner for administering the Community Grants Program; and FURTHER THAT Council direct Staff to amend the Municipal Community Grants – Administration policy, to provid
THAT the Committee confirm the agenda, as amended.
MOTION TO AMEND That the motion be replaced with the following: NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the inclusion of the golf simulator bays as a permitted accessory amenity within the Avenue 18 Restaurant at 156 Willmott Street, Unit 1. and direct Staff to report back on a compromise or solution.
WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and refer to Regular Council for final approval. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the inclusion of the golf simulator bays as a permitted accessory amenity within the Avenue 18 Restaurant at 156 Willmott Street, Unit 1. and direct Staff to report back on a compromise or solution.
THAT the Committee adopt the following recommendations contained within the staff reports on the consent agenda as a single motion and refer to Regular Council for final approval: 9.1 Report No. PW-2025-016 from the Director of Public Works & Engineering regarding Assumption of Road and Services for Public Use – New Amherst Stage 1, 3B WHEREAS the Committee adopt the following recommendation and r