The Mississauga Record

Council

November 19, 2025

Who was there

Present (12): Brad Butt, Dipika Damerla, Stephen Dasko, Chris Fonseca, Natalie Hart, Joe Horneck, John Kovac, Matt Mahoney, Sue McFadden, Carolyn Parrish, Martin Reid, Alvin Tedjo

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What was decided (13 motions)

13 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That Council endorse positions and recommendations contained and appended to the report titled Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025 – Implications for Mississauga, and authorize staff to provide comments through the registries of Ontario, and prepare additional comments on any associated regulations as needed. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
Moved by Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac, seconded by Councillor N. Hart
Carried
That Recommendations PDC-0045-2025 – PDC-0047-2025 as contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report 12 - 2025 dated November 10, 2025 at 1:30PM be approved. PDC-0045-2025 1. That the sign variance application under File SGNBLD 25-6167 VAR (W5), Pattison Outdoor, 5030 Maingate Drive, to permit one single faced electronic changing copy billboard sign (third party advertising) combined with a double faced ground sign (first party advertising) and to replace an existing ground sign be approved. 2.That 1 oral submission be received. PDC-0046-2025 1. That the application under File OZ 25-17 W1, Port Credit West Village Partners Inc., 70 Mississauga Road South and 181 Lakeshore Road West to permit an increase in building heights (maximum 35 storeys), add 898 dwelling units and alter some existing zoning standards, be approved in accordance with the provisions contained in the staff report dated October 22, 2025 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, and that staff be directed to return to City Council with the appropriate implementing documents and by-laws for approval. 2. That the applicant agree to satisfy all the requirements of the City and any other external agency concerned with the development. 3. That Planning and Development Committee’s approval of the rezoning application be considered null and void, and a new development application be required unless a zoning by-law is passed within 18 months of the Council decision . 4. That notwithstanding the Sec
Moved by Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac, seconded by Councillor N. Hart
Carried
That recommendation PDC-0048-2025 as contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report 13 - 2025 dated November 10, 2025 at 6:00PM be amended to the following: 1. That applications under File OZ/OPA 25-7 W3, 1470 Williamsport Holdings Inc., 1470 Williamsport Drive to amend Mississauga Official Plan to Residential High Density – Special Site; and to change the zoning to RA3-Exception (Apartments – Exception) to permit two 12 storey apartment buildings with a shared six storey podium, be approved in accordance with the provisions contained in the staff report dated October 22, 2025 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, and that staff be directed to return to City Council with the appropriate implementing documents and by-laws for approval. 2. That the applicant agree to satisfy all the requirements of the City and any other external agency concerned with the development. 3. That Planning and Development Committee’s approval of the rezoning application under File OZ/OPA 25-7 W3, be considered null and void, and a new development application be required unless a zoning by-law is passed within 18 months of the Council decision. 4. That notwithstanding that subsequent to the public meeting, changes to the application have been proposed, Council considers that the changes do not require further notice and, therefore, pursuant to the provisions of subsection 34(17) of the Planning Act, any further notice regarding the proposed amendment is hereby waived. 5. That th
Moved by Councillor C. Fonseca, seconded by Councillor J. Horneck
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor N. Hart, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor B. Butt
WHEREAS AC PRODUCTIONS is hosting Mega Rumba Navideña on December 6th, 2025 from 7:00PM – 2:00AM at Renaissance by the Creek – 3045 Southcreek Rd, Mississauga; AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages; AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance of approximately over 850 people; NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems Mega Rumba Navideña at Renaissance by the Creek – 3045 Southcreek Rd, Mississauga; as one of municipal significance for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit (SOP); subject to all necessary permits and approvals being obtained and compliance with all City of Mississauga by-laws. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
Moved by Councillor C. Fonseca, seconded by Councillor S. McFadden
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor N. Hart, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor B. Butt
Whereas the 2024 Municipal Mayoral By-Election campaign financial statements have been filed and certified in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996; and Whereas a surplus of approximately $90,000 remains after all campaign-related expenses have been accounted for, pursuant to the requirements of the Act; and Whereas Hospice Mississauga provides essential end-of-life, palliative and bereavement support services to residents and families within the City of Mississauga; and Whereas the Municipal Elections Act permits the distribution of eligible surplus campaign funds to a registered charitable organization. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council authorize the donation of the surplus campaign funds in the amount of approximately $90,000 to Hospice Mississauga; and further, That staff be directed to complete all actions, notifications, and reporting requirements necessary to ensure compliance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
Moved by Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, seconded by Councillor C. Fonseca
Carried
WHEREAS Mississauga is considered one of the most diverse cities in Ontario; AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga supports all community groups and faiths in the search for community spaces to host large gatherings during special times of recognition; AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga operates several spaces suitable for such gatherings, including community centres, halls, libraries, Civic Centre, and the Living Arts Centre; AND WHEREAS in the recent past, it has been reported that requests from the community have been unable to be accommodated due to insufficient space allocations; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. Staff be directed to bring forward a report in Q2 2026 outlining processes to support community groups to maximize the utilization of City spaces for events, where possible, during special times of recognition. 2. Staff be further directed to conduct a comprehensive review of all bookable spaces available to the community, ensuring that the inventory and booking processes are current and accessible. The updated inventory and clear process details shall be published and regularly maintained on the City of Mississauga website to facilitate community access and transparency. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
Moved by Councillor A. Tedjo, seconded by Councillor J. Horneck
Carried
WHEREAS Duke of York Boulevard was originally named in commemoration of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Duke of York, and his opening of Mississauga’s Civic Centre in 1987, with the title ‘Duke of York’ existing for over 700 years in various iterations; AND WHEREAS Duke of York Boulevard extends through Wards 4 and 7, containing over 1,400 residential addresses and distinct roll numbers in Ward 7; AND WHEREAS Sheridan College, a major education and employer is located on Duke of York Boulevard in Ward 4, as is Square One Shopping Centre and other commercial properties that use Duke of York Boulevard in advertising and wayfinding; AND WHEREAS road name changing requires all property owners and residents to carry out a process of updating personal information and there are risks and costs associated with a forced address change (i.e. insurance policies, personal identification); AND WHEREAS City staff’s review of previous road renaming considerations (Dundas Street), estimated significant costs associated with a naming change; AND WHEREAS Buckingham Palace has removed titles associated with Andrew, who had previously surrendered the title of Duke of York in 2022 [due to serious allegations of gender-based violence that has been traumatizing to so many victims and survivors in our community]; AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga is a major transportation centre working with our Regional partners to address human trafficking; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. City Council pass a resol
Moved by Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac, seconded by Councillor D. Damerla
Carried
WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (the "Act"), requires Council to pass a resolution prior to closing part of a meeting to the public; AND WHEREAS the Act requires that the resolution states the act of the holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that a portion of the Council meeting held on November 19, 2025 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: (Pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001) 21.1 Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Appeal of the Refusal of the Committee of Adjustment with respect to File Nos. B24.25, A244.25 & A245.25, 1 Tecumseth Avenue, Kurtis Van Keulen (Ward 1) 21.2 Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Appeal of the Refusal of the Committee of Adjustment with respect to File No. A118/25, 2100 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Suncor Energy Products Partnership (Ward 8) 21.3 Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by DeZen Realty Company Limited with respect to the lands located at 120, 128, 142, 148, 154, 158 Queen Street South and 169 Crumbie Street, (Ward 11) 21.4 Advic
Moved by Councillor J. Horneck, seconded by Councillor N. Hart
Carried
That Legal Services be instructed to SUPPORT the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File Nos. B24.25, A244.25 & A245.25 - 1 Tecumseth Avenue - Kurtis Van Keulen - Ward 1) and to attend before the Ontario Land Tribunal along with any necessary staff and/or consultants to represent the City of Mississauga. YES (7) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor N. Hart NO (2) Councillor A. Tedjo, and Councillor J. Horneck ABSENT (2) Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor B. Butt
Moved by Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
That Legal Services be instructed to SUPPORT the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File No. A118/25 - 2100 Burnhamthorpe Road West - Suncor Energy Products Partnership - Ward 8) and to attend before the Ontario Land Tribunal along with any necessary staff and/or consultants to represent the City of Mississauga. YES (7) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor N. Hart NO (2) Councillor A. Tedjo, and Councillor J. Horneck ABSENT (2) Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor B. Butt
Moved by Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, seconded by Councillor C. Fonseca
Carried
That Council accept the proposed settlement of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeal pertaining to 120, 128, 142, 148, 154, 158 Queen Street South and 169 Crumbie Street, generally consistent with the terms outlined in Appendix 1 to the Corporate Report from the City Solicitor titled “Instructions on a proposed partial settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by DeZen Realty Company Limited with respect to the lands located at 120, 128, 142, 148, 154, 158 Queen Street South and 169 Crumbie Street, (Ward 11)”, subject to the direction to staff regarding the heritage building; That the City Solicitor, or their designate, be authorized to execute Minutes of Settlement and take such additional steps as may be required to complete and implement the proposed settlement, with the assistance of such City staff or consultants as may be appropriate, including appearing before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement reached; and That the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk be authorized to execute any documents which may be required to complete and implement the settlement, other than Minutes of Settlement. YES (9) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor N. Hart ABSENT (2) Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor B. Butt
Moved by Councillor J. Horneck, seconded by Councillor S. McFadden
Carried
That the closed session verbal update regarding encampments be received. YES (9) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Deputy Mayor and Councillor J. Kovac , Deputy Mayor and Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor N. Hart ABSENT (2) Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor B. Butt
Moved by Councillor N. Hart, seconded by Councillor J. Horneck
Carried
That the minutes of the November 5, 2025 Council meeting be approved, as presented. 6. PRESENTATIONS - Nil 7. DEPUTATIONS 3 Item 15.1 was moved up for discussion and voted on. Councillors Mahoney and Fonseca spoke to the Notice of Motion and to supporting Hospice Mississauga. Hospice Mississauga thanked the City of Mississauga for their support and leadership. 7.1 Item 11.3 James Velianou HAC-0055-2025 That the request to re-name a City Asset, Horseshoe Park after Louis Velianou (Ward 11), as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, dated October 8, 2025, be approved. J. Velianou spoke to the honour of renaming Horseshoe Park after his father, Louis Velianou. Members of Council spoke to Louis Velianou contributions to the City of Mississauga, to the Orchard Family Restaurant, and direction was given to staff to include a section on the City of Mississauga website to capture why a park has been named after an individual. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Building responded and spoke to oral history and noted that staff would review. Item 11.3 was brought up and voted on. 7.2 Item 15.2 Emily Mangan, Community Development Coordinator, Armagh & Peel Committee Against Women Abuse (PCAWA) E. Mangan spoke in support of renaming Duke of York Blvd. and spoke to Women Abuse Prevention Month. 7.3 Item 15. 2 Samantha MacNeill and Dani Mills, Co-Chairs, Peel Human Trafficking Service Providers Committee S. MacNeill and D. Mills spoke in support
Moved by Councillor Fonseca
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor N. Hart, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor B. Butt

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