The Whitchurch-Stouffville Record

Iain Lovatt

Councillor · seen 2018-01-23 to 2026-10-14 · served 2014–2018, 2018–2022, 2022–2026

132substantive motions movedof 150 meetings the minutes record them at
41procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
110substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
2meetings recorded absentof 150 they were on the record for
2–0recorded 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 Whitchurch-Stouffville’s own minutes.

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Council Meeting June 4, 2025
That the main motion be amended to defer Item 3 (c) until such time as staff bring forward a report providing additional clarification and information on this area. A recorded vote was requested by Councillor Sherban.
For · 4–3 · Carried
Council Meeting June 4, 2025
That Council endorse the following recommendations for the Province to consider permitting Additional Residential Units (ARUs) within the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP) and the Greenbelt Plan Area, as…
For · 4–3 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (2)

Public Planning MeetingJune 19, 2024
Public Planning MeetingJune 5, 2024

Items they put on the agenda themselves (4)

Council Meeting April 24, 2024
Council Meeting April 24, 2024
Council Meeting April 24, 2024
Council Meeting April 24, 2024

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 132)

PPM-2026-016 That Committee refers to all public and agency comments pertaining to this subject to staff for inclusion in a future report regarding the disposition of this matter.
Public Planning Meeting, May 20, 2026 · Carried
PPM-2026-017 That Committee refers to all public and agency comments pertaining to this subject to staff for inclusion in a future report regarding the disposition of this matter.
Public Planning Meeting, May 20, 2026 · Carried
OM-2026-089 WHEREAS Council received and adopted the Integrity Commissioner’s report dated December 3, 2025, concerning findings related to Councillor Rick Upton; and WHEREAS the report concluded that Councillor Upton engaged in a persistent pattern of inappropriate, unwelcome, and sexualized behaviour breaching the Council Code of Conduct and recommended sanctions intended to uphold accountabilit
Council Meeting, April 15, 2026 · Carried
PPM-2026-009 THAT the minutes of March 11, 2026, Public Planning meeting be approved, as presented.
Public Planning Meeting, April 1, 2026 · Carried
OM-2026-058 That Council approves the prohibition of animals, as detailed in section 4.9 of report CPS-022-25, subsections i, j, and k.
Council Meeting, March 11, 2026 · Carried
PPM-2026-005 THAT the minutes of the January 21st, 2026, Public Planning meeting be approved, as presented.
Public Planning Meeting, March 11, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville recognizes the importance of promoting economic growth and job creation through the development of Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) sectors; and WHEREAS the Town currently relies on residential property taxes for approximately 90% of its tax base, creating an imbalance that places a disproportionate burden on homeowners; and WHEREAS expansi
Council Meeting, February 4, 2026 · Carried
PPM-2026-001 That the minutes of the November 19th, 2025 Public Planning meeting be approved, as presented.
Public Planning Meeting, January 21, 2026 · Carried
minutes of the November 5th, 2025 public planning meeting be approved, as presented.
Public Planning Meeting, November 19, 2025 · Carried
The minutes of the November 5th, 2025, public planning meeting be approved, as presented.
Public Planning Meeting, November 19, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the property located at 6240 Main Street, currently housing the Seniors 55+ Club, is a municipally owned property located within the Community of Stouffville, Core Area Stouffville GO Major Transit Station Area (MTSA) Land Use Designation in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville’s New Adopted Official Plan in May 2024 (“Town’s New OP”); WHEREAS the Seniors 55+ Club is a vital hub for Stouffvi
Council Meeting, October 15, 2025 · Defeated
WHEREAS the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) establishes a unified policy framework for land use planning and growth management across Ontario, emphasizing transit-supportive development, strategic intensification, and integrated infrastructure and housing planning to build sustainable, inclusive, and cost-effective communities—particularly within Major Transit Station Areas (MTSAs), where com
Council Meeting, October 1, 2025 · Carried
on September 25, 2025, the Premier and Minister of Transportation announced the Province’s intention to ban Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) in the Province of Ontario; Therefore, be it resolved; That staff be directed to review our Automated Speed Enforcement Program effective immediately, with a targeted end date directed by the Province of Ontario; That correspondence be sent to the Provincial
Council Meeting, October 1, 2025 · Carried
Whereas on September 25, 2025, the Premier and Minister of Transportation announced the Province’s intention to ban Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) in the Province of Ontario; Therefore, be it resolved; That staff be directed to review our Automated Speed Enforcement Program effective immediately, with a targeted end date directed by the Province of Ontario; That correspondence be sent to the Pr
Council Meeting, October 1, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Province has posted ERO 0250923, Consultation on the Future of Community Natural Gas Expansion, seeking feedback from municipalities, Indigenous communities and other stakeholders on how Phase Three (3) could best support access to natural gas for community development. AND WHEREAS expanding access to natural gas is identified as a tool to support affordability and economic growth in O
Council Meeting, September 17, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS Bloomington Road is a vital transportation corridor within York Region, serving as a key route for residents, businesses, and emergency services; and WHEREAS the anticipated increase in traffic volume due to ongoing and future developments in the Region necessitates proactive measures to ensure the road's capacity and safety; and WHEREAS the current infrastructure of Bloomington Road may n
Council Meeting, September 3, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) represents the interests of member municipalities on policy and program matters that fall within federal jurisdiction; and WHEREAS FCM’s Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials from all regions and sizes of communities to form a broad base of support and provide FCM with the united voice required to carry the municipal
Council Meeting, September 3, 2025 · Carried
the winter season in Whitchurch-Stouffville can be severe, posing risks to vulnerable populations; Whereas the provision of a warming centre can offer a safe and warm environment for those in need during extreme cold weather; Whereas it is essential to assess the community's needs and resources to determine the feasibility and necessity of establishing a warming centre; Therefore, be it resolved t
Council Meeting, May 21, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the winter season in Whitchurch-Stouffville can be severe, posing risks to vulnerable populations; Whereas the provision of a warming centre can offer a safe and warm environment for those in need during extreme cold weather; Whereas it is essential to assess the community's needs and resources to determine the feasibility and necessity of establishing a warming centre; Therefore, be it re
Council Meeting, May 21, 2025 · Carried
That Council adopt the Public Planning Meeting Minutes of April 16, 2025, as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, May 7, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) represents the interests of member municipalities on policy and program matters that fall within federal jurisdiction; and WHEREAS FCM’s Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials from all regions and sizes of communities to form a broad base of support and provide FCM with the united voice required to carry the municipal
Council Meeting, April 2, 2025 · Carried
Moved: Mayor Lovatt Seconded: Councilor Bartley WHEREAS the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville has a rich history, including the tradition of having a Town Crier; and WHEREAS Marcel Bossi was Town Crier for over 25 years, but sadly passed away in 2016; and WHEREAS the Town has not had a Town Crier since Marcel Bossi’s passing; and WHEREAS the reintroduction of a Town Crier could enhance community enga
Council Meeting, March 19, 2025 · Carried
Moved: Mayor Lovatt Seconded: Councilor Sherban WHEREAS the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact; and WHEREAS the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville has published the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2024-2029 which identifies opportunities for actions and potential savings where energy efficiency can be improved; and WHEREAS
Council Meeting, March 19, 2025 · Carried
1. That Council adopt the Public Planning Meeting Minutes of January 15, 2025, as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, March 5, 2025 · Carried
1) That Council adopt the minutes of May 1, 2024, as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, May 15, 2024 · Carried
That Council adopt the minutes from the Public Meeting on September 28, 2022 (AM) and September 28, 2022 (PM), as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, March 29, 2023 · Carried
That Council refer all public and agency comments pertaining to this subject to staff for inclusion in a future report regarding the disposition of this matter.
Public Planning Meeting, September 28, 2022 · Carried
That Council confirm the agenda as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, March 30, 2022 · Carried
That Council adopt the minutes of the Public Meeting on December 15th, 2020 as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, February 16, 2021 · Carried
1) That Council refer all public and agency comments pertaining to this subject to staff for inclusion in a future report regarding the disposition of this matter.
Public Planning Meeting, February 18, 2020 · Carried
1) That Council refer all public and agency comments pertaining to this subject to staff for inclusion in a future report regarding the disposition of this matter.
Public Planning Meeting, November 26, 2019 · Carried
That Council confirm the agenda as circulated.
Public Planning Meeting, March 26, 2019 · Carried
That Council adopt the minutes from the regular meeting of Council on September 25, 2018 and special meeting of council on November 6, 2018, as circulated.
Council Meeting, November 20, 2018 · Carried
1) That Council consider authorizing the Town to enter into an agreement with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to participate in the Main Street Revitalization Initiative; and 2) That Council enact By-law 2018-154-FI, being a by-law to confirm the Municipality’s participation in the Main Street Revitalization Initiative; and 3) That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign any doc
Council Meeting, November 20, 2018 · Carried
1) That Council approve the costs for the Commemorative Plaque Program as outlined in this report; and 2) That Council direct staff to remove the following line from page 2 of the report: “Properties do not have to be on the Built Heritage Inventory to be eligible for this plaque”
Council Meeting, November 20, 2018 · Carried
1) That Council receive Report No. DS-059-18 for information; and 2) That Council authorize staff to proceed with the public consultation as described in this report for the purposes of receiving input into cannabis retail storefronts for the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville; and 3) That Council authorize the Clerk to set a Public Meeting on December 18, 2018 and two (2) to be held during the week o
Council Meeting, November 20, 2018 · Carried
1) That Council direct staff to disperse funds from the Thomas Williamson and Alexander Grubin Trust Funds as instructed in Closed Meeting.
Council Meeting, November 20, 2018 · Carried
1) That Council defer this request to the Special Events Advisory Committee for a report back on the November 20, 2018 Council meeting.
Council Meeting, September 25, 2018 · Carried
That the following by-laws be read a first, second, third time and passed: 2018-142-FI being a By-law to establish development charges for the Corporation of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville and repeal By-laws 2013- 180-FI and 2016-040-FI, as amended 2018-143-AP being a By-law to appoint individuals to the Whitchurch- Stouffville Environmental Stewardship Committee, and to repeal By-law 2017-115
Council Meeting, September 25, 2018 · Carried
1) That Council authorize the deferral for Habitat for Humanity GTA of the Town development charges only, for up to 3 residential units per year, for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years or the sale of the home, whichever occurs first, at a prescribed rate of return; and 2) That Council direct staff to prepare a deferral agreement to that effect using the criteria and guidelines identified in
Council Meeting, September 11, 2018 · Carried

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148meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
3conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
6,125votes in 2022Mayor, incumbent
Council Meeting November 5, 2025
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Council Meeting June 18, 2025
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Council Meeting May 15, 2024
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