The Amaranth Record

Susan Graham

Councillor · seen 2022-11-16 to 2026-09-16 · served 2022–2026

145substantive motions movedof 96 meetings the minutes record them at
65procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
227substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
0meetings recorded absentof 96 they were on the record for
7–5recorded 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 Amaranth’s own minutes.

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How they voted, where it was recorded (12)

Council Meeting July 2, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council shall fill the vacant seat on Council by selection by Appointment from Candidates of the previous election;
For · 3–1 · Carried
Council Meeting May 7, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to Authorize The Execution Of An Agreement Between The Shelburne Public Library Board And The Corporation Of The Township Of Amaranth;
Against · 4–1 · Carried
Council Meeting April 16, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council direct Staff to execute the Transition of Building Services Agreement with Dufferin County as presented April 16, 2025.
Against · 3–1 · Carried
Council Meeting April 16, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council direct staff to enter into a financial agreement with Brandt Tractor Ltd for the purchase of a 2025 John Deere GP772 grader with attachments for a term of 60 months 5.29% interest.
Against · 3–1 · Carried
Council Meeting March 5, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Township of Amaranth request that the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) remove planning authority from Dufferin County as they similarly did with other upper tier municipalities…
For · 4–1 · Carried
Council Meeting March 5, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council adopt the 2025 General Budget, the Water Budget and Building Department Budget as presented and direct the Treasurer to prepare and present the appropriate By-law at the March 19, 2025…
For · 4–1 · Carried
Council Meeting February 5, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Township of Amaranth does not agree to be added as a party to the civil suit as discussed in closed. For (4) C. Gerrits, G. Little, B. Metzger, and A. Stirk Nay (1) S. Graham
Against · 4–1 · Carried
Council Meeting August 7, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council consider weighing the costs, benefits, pros and cons of municipal restructuring, including but not limited to political and boundary amalgamation, efficiencies, shared-services AND Further…
Against · 4–1 · Carried
Council Meeting August 7, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Township elects to proceed with the Design Build for Structure 21 and Structure 36, and that the project be awarded to Roubos Farm Services in the amount of $1,503,382.30 plus HST.
For · 4–1 · Carried
Council Meeting July 24, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council accept Memo to Council 2024-027 as information. Further that Council instruct staff to approve the purchase outside of the approved 2024 budget of a John Deere tractor and equipment in 2024.
For · 2–3 · Defeated
Council Meeting July 24, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council accept Memo to Council 2024-027 as information. Further that Council instruct staff to approve the purchase of a New Holland tractor and equipment outside of the approved 2024 budget…
For · 2–3 · Defeated
Council Meeting July 24, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Township elects to proceed with the Design Build for Structure 21 and Structure 36, subject to a pre-award meeting with Roubus Farm Services and other bidders as necessary to address any…
For · 4–1 · Carried

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 145)

BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Whereas oral health is an essential component of overall health and well-being, and access to preventive dental care and oral health education contributes to healthier individuals, families, and communities; And Whereas National Dental Care Day is a Canadian public awareness initiative dedicated to promoting oral health education, preventive care, and equitable access to oral
Council Meeting, September 16, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 02-2009, as amended, to rezone the land legally described as Part Lot 6 Concession 4 Part 2 on 7R-1749 and municipally known as 245097 5 Sideroad, from Agricultural (A) Zone and Environmental Protection (EP) to Agricultural Exception One Hundred and Six (A-106) Zone and Agricultural Exception One Hundred and Seven (A-
Council Meeting, September 16, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 02-2009, as amended, to rezone the lands municipally known as 373226 6th Line and legally described as Part of Lot 4, Concession 6 E, Part 2 on 7R‑5047 in the Township of Amaranth, County of Dufferin, from Agricultural (A) to Agricultural One Hundred and Nine (A-109); and that it be given the necessary readings and be
Council Meeting, September 16, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council defer the matter with a request for cost comparison of the conversion to seasonal vs full time employee and overtime information over a 3 year trend.
Council Meeting, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council request the consultant to amend the draft official plan mapping to reflect: 1. No settlement lands added to the Waldemar area, to remain currently as is 2. Laurel lands to remain as presented on February 27, 2026 meeting 3. Resulting settlement lands to be added to the North East area of the Township.
Special Meeting of Council, August 12, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council move to a Closed Meeting pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended for the following reason(s): Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees – Staffing and Treasurer Recruitment
Council Meeting, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to delegate authority to the CAO/Clerk for Certain Acts during a Restricted Acts period; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: THAT Council receive Report 2026-038 for information; AND THAT Council approve the transfer of $16,800 from Parkland Dedication for the retrofit of Waldemar Park.
Council Meeting, July 15, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to temporarily delegate the duties and powers of the Treasurer to the Chief Administrative Officer; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, July 15, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council now hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act regarding the following: Z04-2026 – 214152 10 th Line
Council Meeting, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to provide for the levying of the costs resulting from the maintenance and repair of the No. 1 Extension Drainage Works; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council accept report to Council 2026-027 as information.
Council Meeting, May 20, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council move to a Closed Meeting pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, for the following reasons: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees – CAO contract and review/staffing concerns
Council Meeting, May 20, 2026 · Carried
BE IR RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to provide for the construction of the Menary Drainage Works C & D Drain Improvement, 2026; and that it be given the third and final readings and be passed and numbered as By-Law 2026-21.
Council Meeting, May 20, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to confirm the Special Meeting of Council of the Township of Amaranth for May 11, 2026; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Special Meeting of Council, May 11, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council move to a Closed Meeting pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, for the following reasons: Third Party information supplied in confidence to the municipality – Zoning By-Law review pricing Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Staffing
Council Meeting, April 15, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to Authorize The Execution Of An Agreement Between The Shelburne Public Library Board And The Corporation Of The Township Of Amaranth; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, April 15, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to confirm the Regular Meeting of Council of the Township of Amaranth for April 15, 2026; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, April 15, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council adopt the 2026 Operating Budget, the Water Budget and Building Department Budget with an additional $112,000.00 going to reserves and direct the Treasurer to prepare and present the appropriate By-law at the April 15, 2026, regular meeting of Council. For (2) G. Little, and S. Graham Nay (3) C. Gerrits, B. Metzger, and V. Paan
Council Meeting, April 1, 2026 · Defeated
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Township of Amaranth proclaims April 2026 as Sikh Heritage Month.
Council Meeting, April 1, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council accept the Waldemar Heights Well Water supply Summary Report and Annual Report for 2025 prepared by Dufferin Water Co. Ltd.
Council Meeting, March 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Consent Application B05-2025 for lands legally described as Lots 3 and 4 on Registered Plan 7M-84 in the Township of Amaranth BE: APPROVED Reasons: The Owner to pay the Township any unpaid property taxes in full on the subject property. The Applicant/Owner is to provide a copy of the Reference Plan prepared by a licensed surveyor illustrating the proposed lot addition and new
Council Meeting, March 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Consent Application B05-2025 for lands legally described as Lots 3 and 4 on Registered Plan 7M-84 in the Township of Amaranth BE: APPROVED Reasons: 1. The Owner to pay the Township any unpaid property taxes in full on the subject property. 2. The Applicant/Owner is to provide a copy of the Reference Plan prepared by a licensed surveyor illustrating the proposed lot addition an
Council Meeting, March 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council of the Township of Amaranth support a sponsorship of $250.00 to the Grand Valley District Lions Club for the duck race.
Council Meeting, March 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to provide for the levying of costs resulting from the construction of the Lameront/Sahm Drainage Works; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, February 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to authorize the use of alternative Voting methods for the school board and municipal election; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, February 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to confirm the Special Meeting of Council of the Township of Amaranth for February 10, 2026; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Special Meeting of Council, February 10, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council direct staff to enter into a financial agreement with RBC for the purchase of two (2) Western Star plow trucks for a term of twenty four (24) months at 4.35% interest.
Council Meeting, February 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council move to a Closed Meeting pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, for the following reasons: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees – staffing concerns Third Party information supplied in confidence to the municipality – Grand Valley and District Community Centre
Council Meeting, February 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law for an amendment to Schedule C to the imposition and collection of fees and charges for certain Municipal Services and Activities, and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, February 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council now hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act regarding the following: OPA 02-2025 and Z16-2025 for 255600 9 th Line Z17-2025 for 33 St John Street
Council Meeting, January 21, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council move to a Closed Meeting pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, for the following reasons: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees – Grand Valley Public Library matters, staffing concerns - verbal discussion
Council Meeting, January 21, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to enforce by-laws in the Township of Amaranth, and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, January 21, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to confirm the Regular Meeting of Council of the Township of Amaranth for January 21, 2026; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, January 21, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council receives the report as information, and: That Council directs staff to proceed with the security system upgrades to the Township Office and Public Works Yard in the amount of $8,764.48 plus HST to be included in the 2026 capital budget, and; That Council authorizes the work be completed immediately, prior to the 2026 budget being adopted.
Special Meeting of Council, December 19, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law to confirm the Special Meeting of Council of the Township of Amaranth for December 19, 2025; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Special Meeting of Council, December 19, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Leave be given to introduce a by-law for an amendment to Zoning By-law 2-2009 on lands known municipally as 513062A, 513088A, 513088B, 513150A, 513150B and 513150C 2 nd Line in the Township of Amaranth; and that it be given the necessary readings and be passed and numbered as the next sequential number.
Council Meeting, December 3, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council move to a Closed Meeting pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose – Current Fire board Agreements
Council Meeting, November 19, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council accept Report to Council 2025-066 as information and provide any direction accordingly.
Council Meeting, November 5, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council approve issuing an invoice for the work completed on the building permit for 13 Shannon Court.
Council Meeting, November 5, 2025 · Carried

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