Proposed Changes to Procedural By-law Related to Delegations and the Strong Mayors Act

The General Government Committee of Clarington discussed proposed amendments to the Procedural By-law 2023-033 during their meeting on May 6, 2024. The amendments focus on two main areas: delegations and the implications of the Strong Mayors Act. The committee moved to approve the by-law attached to Report LGS-018-24, which includes a new provision that encourages delegations not to repeat information already presented by earlier delegations on the same matter during the same meeting. This change aims to streamline discussions and enhance the efficiency of council meetings. The implications of these changes are significant, as they may affect how public input is managed during council meetings, potentially limiting repetitive comments and promoting more diverse contributions from residents. The resolution to amend the by-law was carried unanimously by the committee.