The Brampton Record

City Council

August 12, 2026

Who was there

Present (11): Navjit Kaur Brar, Patrick Brown, P. Fortini, Dennis Keenan, Martin Medeiros, Michael Palleschi, Rod Power, Rowena Santos, Harkirat Singh, Gurpartap Singh Toor, Paul Vicente

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

What was decided (13 motions)

9 carried, 4 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That the agenda for the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be approved, as amended, as follows: To add: 16.6 Discussion Item at the Request of Councillor Brar re: Memorial Tree To refer to staff: 19.4 Digital Gateway Signage Partnership Opportunity To vary the order of items to deal with Delegation Items 7.1 and 7.2 prior to the proclamations.
Moved by City Councillor Power, seconded by Regional Councillor Palleschi
Carried
That the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of July 8, 2026, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be adopted as published and circulated.
Moved by Regional Councillor Keenan, seconded by Regional Councillor Kaur Brar
Carried
That Council hereby approves the following items and that the various Officials of the Corporation are hereby authorized and directed to take such action as may be necessary to give effect of the recommendations as contained therein: 8.1, 12.1, 14.1, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, 15.5, 15.6, 16.1, 19.2 and 19.3 8.1 That the staff update re: Government Relations Matters, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be received. 12.1 1. That the Minutes of the Audit Committee Meeting of June 9, 2026, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be received; and, 2. That Recommendations AU009-2026 to AU020-2026 be approved as outlined in the subject minutes. 14.1 That the correspondence from Nando Iannicca, Regional Chair and CEO, dated July 13, 2026, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, re: Intimate Partner Violence and Emergency Shelters, be received. 15.1 Notice of Motion re: Name the Officials’ Rooms in Honour of Gary Collins at Susan Fennell Recreation Centre Whereas the City of Brampton is committed to recognizing individuals, groups, and historical contributions that have had a meaningful and lasting impact on the community; and Whereas Gary Collins is a long-time resident of Peel Region and has dedicated 46 years of outstanding service to hockey officiating, demonstrating unwavering commitment, professionalism, integrity, and dedication to the game of hockey; and Whereas his contributions have earned the respect and admiration of generations of players, coaches, and fellow o
Moved by Regional Councillor Kaur Brar, seconded by Regional Councillor Santos
Referred
That the delegation from Ashfaq Ahmed, Secretary Public Relations, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at Brampton, re: Item 6.1 a - Ahmadiyya Muslim Heritage Month - July 2026, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be
Moved by Regional Councillor Palleschi, seconded by Regional Councillor Kaur Brar
Referred
That the delegation from Corey Butler, Founder and Executive Director, Zamar Music Inc., re: Request for Development Charge Relief, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be
Moved by Regional Councillor Palleschi, seconded by Regional Councillor Kaur Brar
Referred
That the delegation from Aranyam for Independent Living, re: Item 16.3 - Leasing 9916 The Gore Rd for Autism Centre, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be
Moved by City Councillor Power, seconded by Regional Councillor Fortini
Referred
That the delegation from Sandra Gomes, Brampton Resident, re: Item 16.4 - Stop Sign at Morningmist and Canada Goose, to the Council Meeting of August 12, 2026, be received; and That a four-way stop be implemented at this location.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Singh, seconded by Mayor Patrick Brown
Carried
Whereas supporting local small businesses contributes to vibrant, animated, and welcoming commercial areas throughout the City of Brampton; and Whereas the City regulates and licenses temporary outdoor patios through the Temporary Outdoor Patio Expansions By-law 103-2020, as amended; and Whereas some municipalities allow businesses to place small café tables and chairs adjacent to storefronts, helping to create active streetscapes, enhance the customer experience, and support local economic activity, while addressing safety and accessibility concerns especially in construction zones; and Whereas businesses located in areas impacted by construction often experience reduced visibility and customer access, and temporary outdoor seating opportunities may help offset some of these challenges; and Whereas City property located within construction zones are under the control of the contractor; and Whereas there is an opportunity to establish a clear, streamlined, and formalized process that allows eligible small businesses to place café tables and chairs in front of their establishments in a safe, accessible, and consistent manner, including in construction zones; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council direct staff to:  develop and implement a Café Table Pilot Program that establishes a process and criteria for eligible small businesses to place café tables and chairs in front of their businesses, subject to applicable accessibility, safety, operational, and regulatory requirements;
Moved by Regional Councillor Santos, seconded by Regional Councillor Keenan
Carried
Whereas the City of Brampton is committed to recognizing and honouring individuals who have made a meaningful impact on their families, friends, and the broader community; and Whereas Ravinder Kaur Sidhu is remembered with love and respect for her kindness, compassion, and the lasting legacy she leaves with her family and all those whose lives she touched; and Whereas honouring the memory of Ravinder Kaur Sidhu through the dedication of memorial trees provides a lasting tribute, offers a place of reflection for her family and loved ones, and enhances public spaces for the enjoyment of residents; Therefore Be It Resolved That: 1. Staff be directed to proceed with the dedication and planting of a commemorative tree in memory of Ravinder Kaur Sidhu at Creditview Sandalwood Park; and 2. Staff be directed to undertake all necessary actions to implement the tree dedications, including the installation of commemorative plaques and the completion of any required communications, in accordance with applicable City policies and procedures.
Moved by Regional Councillor Kaur Brar, seconded by Deputy Mayor Singh
Carried
That By-laws 134-2026 to 136-2026 inclusive, before Council at its Regular Meeting of August 12, 2026 be given the required number of readings, taken as read, and signed by the Mayor and City Clerk, and the Corporate Seal affixed thereto.
Moved by Regional Councillor Keenan, seconded by Regional Councillor Medeiros
Carried
That Council proceed into Closed Session to discuss matters pertaining to the following: 19.1 and 19.4 19.1 Minutes - Audit Committee - June 9, 2026 19.4 Digital Gateway Signage Partnership Opportunity Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (i) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001: A trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization; and, a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations
Moved by Regional Councillor Medeiros, seconded by Deputy Mayor Singh
Carried
That the following by-law before Council at its Regular Meeting of August 12, 2026, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, and signed by the Mayor and the City Clerk, and the Corporate Seal affixed thereto: By-law 137-2026 - To confirm the proceedings of Council at its Regular Meeting held on August 12, 2026.
Moved by Regional Councillor Keenan, seconded by City Councillor Power
Carried
That Council do now adjourn to meet again for a Regular Meeting of Council on September 9, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. or at the call of the Mayor.
Moved by City Councillor Power, seconded by Regional Councillor Kaur Brar
Carried

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