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Portrait of Jeff Knoll

Jeff Knoll

Councillor · Ward 5 · seen 2010-12-06 to 2026-09-28 · served 2006–2010, 2010–2014, 2014–2018, 2018–2022, 2022–2026

779substantive motions movedof 317 meetings the minutes record them at
105procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
330substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
20meetings recorded absentof 317 they were on the record for
9–4recorded 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 Oakville’s own minutes.

In their own words, via the Town

Councillor Jeff Knoll has served as Oakville’s Ward 5 Regional and Town Councillor since first being elected in 2000, with re elections in 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022. A local entrepreneur and employer, he is also the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Film.Ca Entertainment Corporation, based in Oakville. Throughout his tenure on Town and Regional Council, Councillor Knoll has served on nearly every committee and board of the Town and Region, representing the interests of Halton and Oakville residents. He currently serves as Chair of the Halton Police Services Board and Chair of the Oakville Public Library Board. Councillor Knoll has been a member of the Halton Police Services Board since 2012, bringing more than a decade of experience in police governance, oversight, and public accountability. He assumed the role of Chair in December 2020 and has since been elected by his Board colleagues to continue serving as Chair from 2021 to the present. In this role, he provides leadership in fulfilling the Board’s legislated responsibilities under the Community Safety and Policing Act, including setting strategic direction, overseeing budgets and major capital initiatives, ensuring the adequacy and effectiveness of policing services, and maintaining strong governance practices. The Halton Police Services Board provides governance and oversight for an organization of more than 1200 employees, including 872 police officers and 373 civilian staff. He works closely with the Chief of Police, Board members, municipal partners, and community stakeholders to support public safety priorities while balancing fiscal responsibility and community expectations. As part of his ongoing commitment to public safety and effective police governance, Councillor Knoll also serves as a Board Member of the Canadian Association of Police Governance, contributing to national dialogue on governance best practices and bringing that expertise back to the work of the Halton Police Services Board. In addition to his current leadership roles, Councillor Knoll has previously served on the boards of the Halton Health Care Services Corporation, the Halton Children’s Aid Society, the Oakville and Milton Humane Society, the Halton Community Housing Corporation, and as Halton’s representative on the Community Environment and Noise Advisory Committee at the Greater Toronto Airports Authority.

As published by Oakville.

How they voted, where it was recorded (13)

Council August 11, 2025
That this item be referred to staff to adjust what was previously approved.
Against · 7–7 · Lost
Council September 16, 2024
That the general prohibition be lifted, in a limited fashion to allow identified sports (to be determined) on only specific types of roads and at certain times of day (to be determined) at the participants own risk…
For · 8–6 · Carried
Planning and Development Council January 22, 2024
1. In support of the Housing Accelerator Fund Application, as advised by Minister Fraser with due regard for heritage conservation and infrastructure capacity and servicing: Planning and Development Council Minutes…
For · 11–4 · Carried
Planning and Development Council June 12, 2023
That this item be referred back to staff to seek additional research from other jurisdictions, identify options for definitions that recognize the difference between warehouses and distribution centres in terms…
Against · 12–3 · Carried
Special Planning and Development Council May 19, 2023
That the information in item 4.1 from the May 15, 2023 Planning and Development Council meeting be received. For (7): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Lishchyna, Councillor…
For · 7–6 · Carried
Planning and Development Council May 15, 2023
Planning and Development Council Minutes May 15, 2023 That this item be
Against · 9–6 · Carried
Council February 27, 2023
That $45,000 be added to increase the annual Councillor community outreach and professional development as discussed at the budget committee meeting.
For · 7–8 · Lost
Council February 27, 2023
The Mayor called the vote on the main motion to approve the recommendations of the Budget Committee meetings of January 17, 2023, January 24, 2023, January 26, 2023, February 14, 2023, February 16, 2023 and…
For · 8–7 · Carried
Planning and Development Council June 27, 2022
1. That the revised Site Plan application, File No.: SP.1601.028/01 to allow the construction of three warehouse buildings be approved, subject to the conditions in Appendix “A” contained within the June 14, Planning…
For · 8–2 · Carried
Council January 31, 2022
That Oakville Council provide a contribution in the amount of $10,000 to the joint legal challenge of Bill 21. For (7): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Parmar, Councillor…
For · 5–6 · Carried
Council September 28, 2021
That Council proceed with Option 1 as presented in the confidential staff report dated September 14, 2021 from the Legal Department.
For · 7–5 · Carried
Council May 25, 2021
WHEREAS, the Government of Ontario is planning to increase greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Ontario’s gas-fired power plants by more than 300% by 2030 and by 500% or more by 2040, reversing more than 40% of the GHG…
For · 11–1 · Carried
Council April 26, 2021
That Section 14.1(2) of the Procedure By-law be waived to allow consideration of the following Notice of Motion this evening: Whereas the April 29, 2019 decision made by Oakville Council regarding the Former Brantwood…
Against · 5–7 · Lost

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (20)

Workshop MeetingJune 22, 2026
Special CouncilDecember 11, 2025
Budget CommitteeNovember 13, 2025
Budget CommitteeOctober 24, 2024
Budget CommitteeSeptember 26, 2024
Committee of the Whole - WorkshopMay 13, 2024
CouncilDecember 18, 2023
Budget CommitteeSeptember 19, 2023
CouncilSeptember 18, 2023
Midtown OakvilleAugust 24, 2023
Planning and Development CouncilAugust 14, 2023
Planning and Development CouncilMarch 7, 2022
Livable Oakville (Official Plan Review) CouncilMarch 20, 2017
Livable Oakville (Official Plan Review) CouncilNovember 1, 2016
Livable Oakville (Official Plan Review) CouncilAugust 22, 2016
Livable Oakville (Official Plan Review) CouncilJune 13, 2016
inZone Council Sub-committeeApril 8, 2013
inZone Council Sub-committeeFebruary 4, 2013
inZone Council Sub-committeeDecember 3, 2012
Advisory Committee Replacement Options Task ForceJanuary 25, 2012

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 779)

That the report dated August 25, 2026 from the Clerk’s Department respecting the appointment process to fill the vacancy in the office of Town Councillor, Ward 5, be received. That Council identify its preferred appointee to fill the vacancy in the office of Town Councillor, Ward 5. THAT Jamie Bay be appointed to fill the Office of Ward 5 Town Councillor for the remainder of the current term of Co
Planning and Development Council, September 8, 2026 · Carried
That the office of Town Councillor, Ward 5, formerly held by Councillor Marc Grant, be declared vacant in accordance with Section 262(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 . That Council identify a preferred appointee at the September 8, 2026 meeting. That staff be directed to report back to Council within 60 days to implement Council’s direction in accordance with section 263 of the Municipal Act, 2001 .
Council, August 10, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS Councillor Marc Grant passed away on July 27, 2026, while serving the residents of Oakville as Town Councillor for Ward 5; and WHEREAS Councillor Grant served the Oakville community with dedication, integrity and compassion, and was a tireless advocate for residents throughout his public service; and WHEREAS his contributions to the Town of Oakville and the broader community have left a la
Council, August 10, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That staff be directed to report back to Council on options to address the illegal use of electric scooters and micro mobility devices by children under the age of 16 in Oakville, separate and apart from the broader electric scooter, pilot consultation; That a report include a review of the current legal and enforcement framework, potential education and awareness measures, possible enforcement or
Council, August 10, 2026 · Carried
1. That the office of Town Councillor, Ward 5, formerly held by Councillor Marc Grant, be declared vacant in accordance with Section 262(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001. Council Minutes August 10, 2026 2. That Council identify a preferred appointee at the September 8, 2026 meeting. 3. That staff be directed to report back to Council within 60 days to implement Council’s direction in accordance with
Council, August 10, 2026 · Carried
That the minutes of the Regular Session of Planning and Development Session of Council, June 15, 2026, be approved.
Planning and Development Council, July 7, 2026 · Carried
That the recommended Town-initiated amendments to Zoning By-law 2014-014, as amended, be adopted as approved for the reasons set out in the report “Recommendation Report – Zoning Review for Low Density Residential lands south of Dundas Street subject to Zoning By-law 2014-014” from the Planning & Development and Building Services departments; That By-law 2026-088, a by-law to amend Town of Oakvill
Planning and Development Council, June 15, 2026 · Carried
1. That the recommended Town-initiated amendments to Zoning By- law 2014-014, as amended, be adopted as approved for the reasons set out in the report “Recommendation Report – Zoning Review for Low Density Residential lands south of Dundas Street subject to Zoning By-law 2014-014” from the Planning & Development and Building Services departments; Planning and Development Council Confidential Minut
Planning and Development Council, June 15, 2026 · Carried
That the confidential Legal Update - Adverse Possession report dated April 14, 2026 be received.
Council, May 25, 2026 · Carried
That Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by Post Residences Inc., Files Nos.: Z.1515.24 and OPA 1515.24, be approved; That By-law 2026-066, to adopt Official Plan Amendment No.079, be passed; That By-law 2026-067, an amendment to Zoning By-law 2014-014, be passed; That the notice of Council’s decision reflect that Council has fully considered all of the writt
Planning and Development Council, May 4, 2026 · Carried
That this meeting proceed beyond the hour of 10:30 p.m.
Planning and Development Council, May 4, 2026 · Carried
1. That Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications submitted by Post Residences Inc., Files Nos.: Z.1515.24 and OPA 1515.24, be approved; 2. That By-law 2026-066, to adopt Official Plan Amendment No.079, be passed; 3. That By-law 2026-067, an amendment to Zoning By-law 2014-014, be passed; 4. That the notice of Council’s decision reflect that Council has fully considered all
Planning and Development Council, May 4, 2026 · Carried
BEYOND THE HOUR That this meeting proceed beyond the hour of 10:30 p.m.
Planning and Development Council, May 4, 2026 · Carried
That staff be directed to report back to Council on the potential for adverse possession claims as it relates to Munn’s Creek encroachment concerns, with consideration to the Supreme Court of Canada decision (Kosicki v. City of Toronto, 2025) and the staff report from July 2025.
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That the Confidential memo from the Legal Department ‘Application for Judicial Review – Midtown TOC Ministers Zoning Orders’ dated April 23, 2026, be received.
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That staff be instructed not to proceed with an application for judicial review given the scope of the review would be limited to procedural and jurisdictional issues and does not provide an opportunity to challenge the merits of a decision.
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That Council urgently requests the Federal Transport Minister and Transport Canada take the necessary actions to controlling building heights, structures, and other land uses that could affect navigable airspace or the safe operation of aircraft in areas potentially impacted within Oakville
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That staff be instructed not to proceed with an application for judicial review given the scope of the review would be limited to procedural and jurisdictional issues and does not provide an opportunity to challenge the merits of a decision. For (9): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Chisholm, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Lishchyna, Councillor Longo, Councillor Nanda, an
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That Council urgently requests the Federal Transport Minister and Transport Canada take the necessary actions to controlling building heights, structures, and other land uses that could affect navigable Council Minutes - April 27, 2026 airspace or the safe operation of aircraft in areas potentially impacted within Oakville For (15): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Chisholm, Councillor D
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That Option 2 – Partial Façade Retained be selected s the preferred option for further development for the proposed new Oakville Public Library (OPL) Central Library, based on its superior balance of heritage preservation, design flexibility, program capacity, and long-term operational value. That onsite parking be removed from the proposed OPL Central Library project. That staff be directed to pr
Council, February 23, 2026 · Carried
That the motion be amended as follows: And that the Town of Oakville's Canada Day celebration fireworks for 2026 not be held in Bronte waterfront park.
Council, February 23, 2026 · Lost
1. That Option 2 – Partial Façade Retained be selected s the preferred option for further development for the proposed new Oakville Public Library (OPL) Central Library, based on its superior balance of heritage preservation, design flexibility, program capacity, and long-term operational value. 2. That onsite parking be removed from the proposed OPL Central Library project. 3. That staff be direc
Council, February 23, 2026 · Carried
Option 1: Council receives the report for information, meaning the current sign by-law and its election sign provisions will remain in effect in future election cycles. Council Minutes - February 23, 2026 That Option 1 included in the report from Municipal Enforcement Services regarding election signs, dated February 10, 2026, be adopted.
Council, February 23, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That By-law 2026-012, a by-law to provide for the licensing and regulation of various businesses in the Town of Oakville and to repeal By-law 2015-075, as amended, attached as Appendix A to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated January 13, 2026, be passed. That By-law 2026-013, a by-law to amend Municipal Powers and Duties By-law 2023-021, as amended, attached as Appendix B to the r
Council, January 26, 2026 · Carried
1. That By-law 2026-012, a by-law to provide for the licensing and regulation of various businesses in the Town of Oakville and to repeal By-law 2015-075, as amended, attached as Appendix A to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated January 13, 2026, be passed. 2. That By-law 2026-013, a by-law to amend Municipal Powers and Duties By-law 2023-021, as amended, attached as Appendix B to
Council, January 26, 2026 · Carried
That the continued implementation of the Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Program be considered as part of the 2026 Budget and prioritized along with other known budget pressures. That Council approve the proposed revisions to the Community Safety Zone (CSZ) assessment criteria as identified in this report. That Council approve the permanent use of the lay-by on Cairncroft Road at the frontage of E. J
Council, November 24, 2025 · Carried
That the minutes of the Regular Session of Planning and Development Session of Council, November 3, 2025, be approved.
Planning and Development Council, November 17, 2025 · Carried
That Council resolve into a closed meeting session for the purpose of litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.
Planning and Development Council, November 17, 2025 · Carried
That the confidential report from the Office of the CAO and Legal Department titled “Confidential TOC Update”, dated November 12, 2025, be received.
Planning and Development Council, November 17, 2025 · Carried
That comments from the public with respect to the proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment submitted by Post Residences Inc. (File Nos. OPA.1515.24 and Z.1515.24) be received. That staff consider such comments as may be provided by Council.
Planning and Development Council, November 17, 2025 · Carried
That the presentations from delegations regarding the 2026 operating and capital budget be received.
Budget Committee, November 11, 2025 · Carried
That the presentations from delegations regarding the 2026 operating and capital budget be received. Budget Committee Minutes November 11, 2025
Budget Committee, November 11, 2025 · Carried
That the staff report dated October 14, 2025, entitled Reserves and Reserve Funds Outlook from the Finance department, be received.
Budget Committee, October 21, 2025 · Carried
That the confidential direction provided in the Potential Acquisition of Land confidential report from the Office of the Mayor, dated October 10, 2025, be approved.
Special Council, October 14, 2025 · Carried
That the confidential direction provided in the Potential Acquisition of Land confidential report from the Office of the Mayor, dated October 10, 2025, be approved. For (9): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Gittings, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Lishchyna, Councillor Longo, Councillor McNeice, and Councillor Xie Against (5): Councillor Chisholm, Councillor Duddeck, Coun
Special Council, October 14, 2025 · Carried
That the by-laws noted above be passed.
Council, September 29, 2025 · Carried
That Item 8.2, Uptown Core Strategic Growth Area Review – Project Update, File No. 42.15.66, be
Planning and Development Council, September 22, 2025 · Referred
That the confidential report from the Legal Department titled “Confidential - Midtown Transit Oriented Community (TOC) and Distrikt Appeals Update”, dated September 5, 2025, be received.
Planning and Development Council, September 8, 2025 · Carried
That the confidential direction provided in the Legal department confidential report Re: MUNICIPAL ACCESS AGREEMENT - telMAX dated June 24, 2025 be approved.
Council, July 7, 2025 · Carried
That staff pursue sales of all or a portion of the encroached lands along Munn’s Creek with the encroaching owners from 1528-1510 Elm Road at fair market value and return to Council with a public report that sets out the reason why these lands may be considered surplus to the needs of the Town in compliance with bylaw 2010-104.
Council, July 7, 2025 · Lost

In the record

297meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
20conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
Ward 5seatCouncillor
4,529votes in 2022Local and Regional Councillor, incumbent
Council February 23, 2026
related to Item 9.2 (3) - 2026 Budgets for Business Improvement Areas
Council February 24, 2025
with respect to Item 8.2 - 2025 Budgets for Business Improvement Areas subsection (3) as he is the owner and director of a corporation that is a member of the Kerr Village BIA
Special Council December 5, 2024
related to the Kerr Street BIA budget allocations, as his company is a member of the BIA
Budget Committee November 28, 2024
related to the Kerr Street BIA budget allocations, as his company is a member of the BIA
Council March 25, 2024
with respect to confidential item 11.2 - Confidential – OLT Appeal – Kerr Street OPA (March 25, 2024) as he is shareholder/director/officer of Film
Council February 26, 2024
with respect to item 8.1 (3) - 2024 Budgets for Business Improvement Areas as he is director/shareholder and officer of a corporation that is situated within the Kerr Village BIA catchment area…
Special Council December 20, 2023
with respect to Councillor Chisholm's amendment, as he owns a business that pays into the Kerr Street BIA
Budget Committee October 31, 2023
with respect to Item 5.1 - 2024 Operating and Capital Budget Delegations
Council October 23, 2023
with respect to item 10.3 - Film Pilot: Reduced Period of Noise Exemption, as he owns a local business that could stand to benefit from more films being filmed locally
Planning and Development Council December 5, 2022
with respect to Item 7.1 - Recommendation Report, Official Plan Amendment, April Investments Limited, 527079 Ontario Limited, Trans County Development Corporation Limited, and Oakville Developments…
Planning and Development Council September 6, 2022
with respect to Item 5.4 - Confidential – OLT Hearing -550 Kerr Street, OLT-22-002506 (September 6, 2022), as he is the CEO/shareholder of companies that rent land and buildings at 171 Speers Road…
Special Planning and Development Council February 15, 2022
with respect to Item 6.2 - Public Meeting Report, Official Plan Amendment, April Investments Ltd
Council January 31, 2022
with respect to Item 7.1 – 2022 Budgets for Business Improvements Areas, as he is the Owner and CEO of Film
Planning and Development Council October 4, 2021
with respect to Confidential Item 5.1 – Update – Ontario Land Tribunal Hearing – 550 Kerr Street, as he is the CEO of Film
Special Council May 13, 2021
regarding Item 3.1 as he is the primary shareholder and CEO for the business location that the production company is using for this request
Council February 22, 2021
with respect to Clause 3 of Item 2 – 2021 Budgets for Business Improvement Areas, as he is the shareholder, Director, and CEO of a corporation that is a member of the Kerr Village Business…
Planning and Development Council July 6, 2020
with respect to Item 3 – Recommendation Report, Zoning By-law Amendment, Oakville Developments (2010) Inc
Council May 25, 2020
with respect to Item 3 - 2020 Budgets for Business Improvement Areas, clause 3 of the recommendation, as he is a Director and Shareholder of a corporation that is a member of the Kerr Village…
Planning and Development Council November 4, 2019
with respect to Item 4 – Public Meeting Report, Zoning By-law Amendment, Oakville Developments (2010) Inc
Council September 23, 2019
with respect to Item 4 - Amendment to Encroachment Agreement with Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre in Windfield Parkette, of the Administrative Services Committee meeting of September 16, 2019, as his…

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