Last week, four members of Council called a special meeting. My office was not consulted on the date and time of the meeting, and I was formally notified by the Clerk only after the date and time had been set by the four members. Unfortunately, this meant I was unable to attend
Even though I was unable to attend the meeting, I’m glad to see that the councillors ultimately amended the motion to reflect a more reasonable and effective approach — one that followed the position I had already outlined and that aligns with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).
While the meeting itself brought nothing new to the conversation, I’m pleased that my formal statement submitted to the agenda (and received for information at the meeting) helped inform Council’s decision to revise the original motion and take a more constructive path forward — focusing on concerns rather than opposing the legislation (Bill 5 & 17) in its entirety.
As Mayor and Head of Council, I will continue to stand up for Aurora’s interests—just as I’ve consistently done throughout this term. That means cutting through the noise, staying focused on results, and working directly with the Premier and Ministers to ensure our voice is not only heard but taken seriously at the Province. That’s what leadership demands—and that’s exactly what I’ll keep doing. #LeadershipThatWorksForYou
