Committee of the Whole

Whereas new and emerging devices play an important role in providing lower cost, effective alternatives to motor vehicles, with the peripheral benefits of reducing traffic and parking congestion, emissions, noise, and generally having positive environmental impact; and, Whereas the current provincial legislative framework does not adequately address the safe use, licensing, insurance, enforcement, or data-sharing requirements associated with the devices; and, Whereas municipalities are required to manage the local impacts of these technologies — including pedestrian safety, accessibility, parking, and congestion — without clear or consistent provincial regulation beyond the limited e-bike regulation and e-scooter trial; and, Whereas municipalities require a standardized, province-wide approach to ensure safety, equity, and predictability for residents, businesses, and users of emerging devices; and, Whereas a coordinated provincial framework would support innovation while reducing administrative burden on municipalities and ensuring alignment across jurisdictions. Now Therefore be it Resolved: That the Memorandum from H. Ellis, Council and Committee Coordinator, dated November 21, 2025 regarding Active Transportation and Safe Roads Advisory Committee Recommendation – Request for New Provincial Regulations for Emerging, Unregulated Micro-Mobility Devices be received for information; That staff be requested to prepare correspondence urging the Province to: Develop and implement

That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Traffic By-law (8059-24) to incorporate the proposed changes to the No Stopping and No Parking Schedules as identified in Attachment 1 to Report No. PDE 11-25; That a By-law to amend By-law 8059-24 be brought forward for the consideration of Council; and, That Report No. PDE 11-25 be forwarded to Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS).

That Item 1 of the main motion be amended to defer the provisions for Breezewood Court and Settlers Court until such time as discussions with Durham Student Transportation Services can occur.

That Item 1 of the main motion be further amended to include the following exceptions to the provisions for Finnegan Place: Remove No Parking – Monday to Friday, September to June, 8:30 to 9:15 AM, 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and 3:00 to 3:45 PM; and, Add No Stopping – both sides of Finnegan Place between Fallingbrook Street and 35m to the west – Monday to Friday, September to June, 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM.

That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Traffic By-law (8059-24) to incorporate the proposed changes to the No Stopping and No Parking Schedules as identified in Attachment 1 to Report No. PDE 11-25, save and except that the provisions for Breezewood Court and Settlers Court be

That Council adopt Amendment #146 to the Whitby Official Plan as Shown on Attachment #1, regarding general updates to Part I of the Official Plan, as part of the Town-Initiated Official Plan Review (File: OPA-2023-W/02), as outlined in this Report, PDP 58-25; That the Clerk forward the necessary documentation for Official Plan Amendment #146 to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing as the approval authority in accordance with Section 26 of the Planning Act; and, That the Clerk send a Notice of Council’s adoption of Amendment #146 to those persons and agencies who have requested further notification regarding general updates to Part I of the Official Plan, as part of the Town-Initiated Official Plan Review (File: OPA-2023-W/02). Note: The disposition of this matter was determined through the referral motion below. Recommendation: Moved by Councillor Mulcahy That consideration of Report PDP 58-25 be

That Council adopt Amendment #147 to the Whitby Official Plan, regarding technical updates to Part II of the Official Plan as part of the Town-Initiated Official Plan Review (File: OPA-2023-W/02), as shown in Attachment 3, PDP 59-25; and, That the Clerk send a Notice of Council’s adoption of Amendment #147 to those persons and agencies who have requested further notification regarding general updates to Part II of the Official Plan, as part of the Town-Initiated Official Plan Review (File: OPA-2023-W/02).

That Council adopt Amendment #148, as shown in Attachment #1, to the to the Brooklin Community Secondary Plan regarding the new Brooklin Urban Expansion Area, as outlined in this Report, PDP 60-25; and, That the Clerk send a Notice of Council approval of Amendment #148 to those persons and agencies who have requested further notification regarding updates to the Brooklin Community Secondary Plan (File: OPA-2024-W/06). Note: The disposition of this matter was determined through the referral motion below. Recommendation: Moved by Councillor Mulcahy That the consideration of Report PDP 60-25 be

That the Committee take a five minute recess.

That Report CAO 22-25, Creative Communities 2025 Update, be received for information; and, That Council endorses the proposed Vision and Objectives (as outlined in Section 4.5) for the development of a new Downtown Whitby Action Plan to be brought forward for Council’s adoption in 2026.

That Council approve and appoint the following members to the Whitby 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2026: Lena Ebrekdjian (term ending December 31, 2027); Carol James (term ending December 31, 2027); Lynda Kruitz (term ending December 31, 2027); Susan Lythgoe (term ending December 31, 2027); and, Deborah Nanton (term ending December 31, 2027).

That Council approve the proposed amendments to the Recreation Registration Policy, Policy Number OPS 060, Attachment 1 of Report CMS 15-25; and, That Council approve the proposed amendment to the Fees and Charges By-law #7220-17, to include an administrative fee to be applied to Recreation program refunds.

That Report CMS 16-25 related to the 2025 progress of the Whitby Parks and Recreation Master Plan be received for information.

That a by-law be brought forward to authorize external temporary borrowing of up to $73,863,000 from January 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026, and up to $36,932,000 between October 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026, if required for cash flow purposes.

That a by-law be brought forward to allow for the Interim Tax Billing for the 2026 taxation year as outlined in Report FS 46-25.

That Report LS 04-25, Confidential Memorandum LS-M-09-2025 and Memorandum LS-M-11-2025 be received for information; That the proposed amendments in Memorandum LS-M-11-2025 to the Business Licensing By-law # 5545-04, as amended, Schedule 8 “Lodging House”, be brought forward to a future Council meeting for consideration and adoption, substantially in accordance with Attachment 1 to Memorandum LS-M-11-2025; That the proposed new Schedule 10 “Boarding House” to Business Licensing By-law # 5545-04, as amended, be brought forward a future Council meeting for consideration and adoption, substantially in accordance with Attachment 2 to Memorandum LS-M-11-2025; That the proposed amendments identified in Table # 2 and Attachment 3 of Report LS 04-25 to the general provisions of the Business Licensing By-law # 5545-04, as amended, be brought forward to a future Council meeting for consideration and adoption; That the proposed amendments to the Fees and Charges By-law # 7220-17, as amended, identified in Table # 4 of LS 04-25 are brought forward to Council for consideration and adoption; and, That New and Unfinished Business Item GG-0043 be removed.

Whereas Council requires adequate notice of motions to allow members sufficient time to become informed on the topic, understand its implications, consult with Staff, and make well-considered decisions for the benefit of the community; and, Whereas advance notice of matters before Council must be provided through the published agenda and made publicly available so that all stakeholders - whether they are in support, opposed, or undecided - have the opportunity to register to speak to the issue. Now Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Clerk be directed to review the Procedure By-law regarding notices of motion and delegation requests, with particular attention to motions introduced under New and Unfinished Business with little or no notice, and recommend amendments to ensure Council and the public have sufficient time to review and provide input on such matters.

Whereas the property municipally known as 42 Watersdown Crescent, Whitby has historically operated as a group home for youth managed by Frontenac Youth Services; and Whereas the property is owned by the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS); and Whereas the group home operations at this site have ceased, and the property is presently vacant and not in active service to the community; and Whereas long-term vacancy of publicly owned residential properties can contribute to neighborhood concerns, limit housing availability, and represent an underutilization of public assets; and Whereas over the years, there has been problems between the former clients and the residents in the neighborhood. Now Therefore be it Resolved: That Whitby Council formally request the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services to declare the property at 42 Watersdown Crescent surplus and proceed with its sale through the appropriate provincial disposition process; That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, and the local MPP, Lorne Coe; and, That staff report back to Council on any response received from the Government of Ontario.

That the meeting adjourn.

That Item 1 of the main motion be further amended to include the following exceptions to the provisions for Finnegan Place: o Remove No Parking – Monday to Friday, September to June, 8:30 to 9:15 AM, 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and 3:00 to 3:45 PM; and, o Add No Stopping – both sides of Finnegan Place between Fallingbrook Street and 35m to the west – Monday to Friday, September to June, 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM.

That consideration of Report PDP 58-25 be

That the consideration of Report PDP 60-25 be

That Council approve and appoint the following members to the Whitby 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee effective January 1, 2026: 1. Lena Ebrekdjian (term ending December 31, 2027); 2. Carol James (term ending December 31, 2027); 3. Lynda Kruitz (term ending December 31, 2027); 4. Susan Lythgoe (term ending December 31, 2027); and, 5. Deborah Nanton (term ending December 31, 2027).