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MattersAdministrationBylaw No. 2175First seen Apr 17, 2023Last discussed May 9, 2024

Council meeting participation rules

Adopted

The changes limit public speakers to three minutes each and set a 30-minute public participation period, with extensions possible by agreement. They also change rules for signs in Council Chambers and require speakers to give their municipality of residence rather than street name.

Where it stands: Amendment adopted May 9, 2024.

Governing bylawNo. 1971In force, as amended

Council Procedure Bylaw

Council and its committees follow set rules for meetings, agendas, public input, voting and bylaws. Residents can attend open meetings, speak during public participation or apply to make a delegation, subject to time limits and deadlines.

Key rules and full textOfficial PDF

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

  1. May 9, 2024· Council

    Council procedure amendment adopted

    Adopted 7–0

    Final approval. The bylaw is now in force.

  2. May 6, 2024· Council

    Procedure amendment considered with public input

    Council Procedure Bylaw amendment (2175) was on the agenda for readings; public speakers provided input regarding public participation and signage.

  3. April 17, 2023·Public comment
    • A residentAsks · Public participation rules
      Asks council to allow more time for public participation, arguing that the three-minute limit restricts residents' ability to speak.