Council

That the minutes of the Regular Session of Council dated, January 26, 2026, be approved.

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 present conceptual design options and estimated costing for an above ground parking structure located on each of downtown Lots 1, 2 and 3. That the 2026 capital budget be amended to refinance the DCH - Library capital project, with funding returned to the Parking reserve fund ($5,479,800) and the Community Benefits Charge reserve fund ($328,000), and additional funding provided from Capital reserve ($4,780,200) and OEC supported debt ($1,027,600).

That the progress report on the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Action Plan be received; and That staff report back with enhanced measurable objectives going forward to better understand the success of the strategic plan.

That the staff report entitled Lyons Lane Corridor – Transportation Network Update and dated February 10, 2026 from the Transportation & Engineering Department be endorsed.

That the updated Insurance Requirements Policy be approved. That the updated Insurance Requirements Procedure be approved. That the updated User Fees Policy be approved. That the updated Financial Control Policy be approved. That the new Financial Control Procedure be approved. That the updated Corporate Debt Policy be approved. That the updated Annual Budget Policy be approved. That the updated Code of Conduct for Members of Local Boards and Advisory Committees be approved. That the Council Newsletter Procedure be rescinded. That the Council Use of Administrative Staff Procedure be rescinded.

That the 2026 Recommended Budget for the Kerr Village Business Improvement Area, requiring a levy of $471,239, as shown in Appendix C, be approved;

That the 2026 Recommended Budget for the Downtown Oakville Business Improvement Area, requiring a levy of $1,273,824, as shown in Appendix A, be approved; That the 2026 Recommended Budget for the Bronte Village Business Improvement Area, requiring a levy of $399,611, as shown in Appendix B, be approved; Taken separately. That the relevant Board of Management approve any subsequent revision or reallocation of funds, within these budgets. The resolution shall be provided to the Treasurer, or designate of the Town, who shall determine the significance of the change and advise if it requires Council approval. That the Boards of Management ensure that the procurement of supplies and services, within the approved budgets, meet the requirements of the Town’s Purchasing By-law.

That the 2026 Business Plan and Budget for Halton Court Services, along with the recommendations detailed in Appendix A, be approved.

That By-law 2026-028, a by-law to amend Parking on Town Parking Lots By-law 1979-59, as amended, attached as Appendix A to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated February 10, 2026, be passed. That By-law 2026-029, a by-law to amend Parking on Private Property Without Consent By-law 1981-65, as amended, attached as Appendix B to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated February 10, 2026, be passed. That By-law 2026-030, a by-law to amend Parking Administrative Penalties By-law 2015-071, as amended, attached as Appendix C to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated February 10, 2026, be passed. That the rates and fees schedule for the Parking Enforcement Program be updated as set out in Appendix D to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated February 10, 2026.

That the periodic report prepared by the Town’s Integrity Commissioner covering the period of November 2024 to December 2025, be received for information. That the information outlined in Report ‘Integrity Commissioner Update and Periodic Report’, dated February 17, 2026, and presentation by the Town’s Integrity Commissioner Suzanne Craig, be received for information.

That Council direct staff to prepare the necessary by-law, in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, to place the following question on the ballot for the 2026 Oakville Municipal Elections to be held on October 26, 2026: “Are you in favour of the Town of Oakville establishing a Lobbyist Registry to record lobbying activities to enhance transparency in municipal decision‑making?” ☐ Yes ☐ No 11.3 Relocation of Canada Day Celebration 1. Relocation of Canada Day Celebration.pdf 2. Item 11.3 - Staff Presentation - Recreation and Culture.pdf RECESS The meeting recessed 8.17 p.m. and reconvened at 8:29 p.m. Moved by Councillor Chisholm Seconded by Councillor Duddeck Main motion, as amended That Council not approve the relocation of the Town of Oakville’s Canada Day celebration to Coronation Park in 2026; and That staff report back to Council on options for alternative locations or arrangements for Canada Day this year other than Bronte Waterfront Park; and That the Town of Oakville's Canada Day celebration for 2026 not be held in Bronte waterfront park. That staff report back in March of 2026 and that HRPS be asked to attend. That staff report on drone show options for future Canada Day events for 2027 and beyond, for locations including Bronte with good transportation and amenities for further consideration by Council. Amendment: Moved by Councillor O'Meara Seconded by Councillor McNeice That the motion be amended to include: That staff report back to Council on options

That the motion be amended to include: That staff report back in March of 2026 and that HRPS be asked to attend.

That the motion be amended to include: That staff report on drone show options for future Canada Day events for 2027 and beyond, for locations including Bronte with good transportation and amenities for further consideration by Council. Council included this amendment with unanimous consent.

That the motion be amended to include: And that the Town of Oakville's Canada Day celebration for 2026 not be held in Bronte waterfront park.

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.

That staff be directed to report back to Council on options to provide windrow clearing services to residents with accessibility issues, and to outline the associated cost options, including but not limited to providing the service at no cost to the resident.

That the report from the Legal department “Election Sign By-law Review – Legal Considerations” dated February 10, 2026, be received.

That the by-laws noted above be passed with the exception of 2026-015, 2026-016, 2026-017 and 2026-019.

That the motion be amended to include: Council Minutes - February 23, 2026 That staff report on drone show options for future Canada Day events for 2027 and beyond, for locations including Bronte with good transportation and amenities for further consideration by Council. Council included this amendment with unanimous consent.

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 directed to present conceptual design options and estimated costing for an above ground parking structure located on each of downtown Lots 1, 2 and 3. 4. That the 2026 capital budget be amended to refinance the DCH - Library capital project, with funding returned to the Parking reserve fund ($5,479,800) and the Community Benefits Charge reserve fund ($328,000), and additional funding provided from Capital reserve ($4,780,200) and OEC supported debt ($1,027,600).

1. That the updated Insurance Requirements Policy be approved. 2. That the updated Insurance Requirements Procedure be approved. 3. That the updated User Fees Policy be approved. 4. That the updated Financial Control Policy be approved. 5. That the new Financial Control Procedure be approved. 6. That the updated Corporate Debt Policy be approved. 7. That the updated Annual Budget Policy be approved. 8. That the updated Code of Conduct for Members of Local Boards and Advisory Committees be approved. Council Minutes - February 23, 2026 9. That the Council Newsletter Procedure be rescinded. 10. That the Council Use of Administrative Staff Procedure be rescinded.

1. That the 2026 Recommended Budget for the Downtown Oakville Business Improvement Area, requiring a levy of $1,273,824, as shown in Appendix A, be approved; 2. That the 2026 Recommended Budget for the Bronte Village Business Improvement Area, requiring a levy of $399,611, as shown in Appendix B, be approved; 3. Taken separately. 4. That the relevant Board of Management approve any subsequent revision or reallocation of funds, within these budgets. The resolution shall be provided to the Treasurer, or designate of the Town, who shall determine the significance of the change and advise if it requires Council approval. 5. That the Boards of Management ensure that the procurement of supplies and services, within the approved budgets, meet the requirements of the Town’s Purchasing By-law. Council Minutes - February 23, 2026

That the motion be amended to include: That staff report back to Council on options for alternative locations or arrangements for Canada Day this year other than Bronte Waterfront Park.

Main motion, as amended 1. That Council not approve the relocation of the Town of Oakville’s Canada Day celebration to Coronation Park in 2026. 2. That staff report back to Council on options for alternative locations or arrangements for Canada Day this year 3. Taken separately. 4. That staff report back in March of 2026 and that HRPS be asked to attend and Council Minutes - February 23, 2026 5. That staff report on drone show options for future Canada Day events for 2027 and beyond, for locations including Bronte with good transportation and amenities for further consideration by Council.

Main motion, as amended 3. And that the Town of Oakville’s Canada Day celebration for 2026 not be held in Bronte waterfront park. For (9): Mayor Burton, Councillor Chisholm, Councillor Duddeck, Councillor Elgar, Councillor Gittings, Councillor Haslett-Theall, Councillor Longo, Councillor McNeice, and Councillor O'Meara Against (5): Councillor Adams, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Lishchyna, and Councillor Nanda Absent (1): Councillor Xie

Option 4: Additional option requested by Council at the December 15, 2025 Council meeting. Council adopts By-law 2026-019 attached as Appendix H, which prohibits election signs on Town property. That Option 4 included in the report from Municipal Enforcement Services regarding election signs, dated February 10, 2026, be adopted. That By-law 2026-019, attached as Appendix H to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services, dated February 10, 2026, be passed That by-laws to amend the Sign By-law 2018-153 and Administrative Penalties for Non-Parking Violations and Orders By-law 2021-038, be brought forward to Council for passage without a separate report being prepared. 1. That the item labeled as “Deposit – Election Signs” in the 2026 Rates and Fees Schedule be changed to “Election Sign Permit Fee”. For (2): Councillor Nanda, and Councillor O'Meara Against (12): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Chisholm, Councillor Duddeck, Councillor Elgar, Councillor Gittings, Councillor Grant, Councillor Haslett-Theall, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Lishchyna, Councillor Longo, and Councillor McNeice Absent (1): Councillor Xie

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.