Jim Handley
Councillor · seen 2021-01-19 to 2026-07-14 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026
53substantive motions movedof 71 meetings the minutes record them at
13procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
36substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
6meetings recorded absentof 71 they were on the record for
—recorded votes, for–againstthis council recorded no vote they took part in
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 Thorold’s own minutes.
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This council rarely calls recorded votes, so individual positions are only on the record where one was demanded. Under the Municipal Act that is the council's choice, not an omission in this record.
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (6)
CouncilJuly 14, 2026
CouncilJuly 8, 2025
SPECIAL Council MeetingJune 28, 2023
CouncilApril 12, 2022
CouncilDecember 21, 2021
CouncilDecember 7, 2021
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 53)
That CL 6-2026, being the Open and Closed Minutes of the Council Meeting held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and that CL 7-2026 being the Special Council Minutes of the Meeting held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, BE APPROVED, as presented.
Council, May 12, 2026 · Carried
That Report CLK 6-2026, dated May 12, 2026, respecting Procurement of By-law Enforcement Software via Co-Operative Procurement, BE RECEIVED, and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That Council APPROVE the award of a contract for By-law Enforcement Software to Gtechna through the Canoe Procurement Group of Canada Contract No. 080321-GTE, in accordance with Section 9.6 (Co-Operative Procurement) of the C
Council, May 12, 2026 · Carried
That Report PWCS 27-2026, dated May 12, 2026, respecting Sullivan Ave. and Clairmont St. Road Construction, BE RECEIVED, and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That Request for Tender (RFT) NO. 2026-RFT-COT-07 – Sullivan and Clairmont Road Reconstruction BE AWARDED to Alfred Beam Excavating Limited at a contract price of $3,292,711.00, excluding HST; 2. That a contract with Urban & Environmental Manage
Council, May 12, 2026 · Carried
That Report DS 17-2026, dated April 21, 2026, respecting Building Division Fee Study Report and Proposed Fees By-law, BE RECEIVED, and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That the recommendations found in the Fee Study Report BE APPROVED and Council AUTHORIZE implementation of the Proposed Fee Schedule E found attached.
SPECIAL Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
That Report DS 11-2026, dated April 21, 2026, respecting 2751 Thorold Townline Road and the lands immediately south (Part of Township Lot 66) - Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment (D14-07-2025 and D14-04- 2026), BE RECEIVED, and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That the proposed applications to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 60-2019 for lands known municipally as 2751 Thorold Townline Road to pe
SPECIAL Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
That the following by-laws BE NOW READ and DO PASS: 1. Bill 17-2026 – A By-Law to Amend By-Law 1783(93), By-Law 22-2011, and By-Law 14-2026, and Repeal By-Law 25-2025 And 26-2025, for the Purpose of Establishing Water Rates and Wastewater Rates in the City of Thorold; 2. Bill 18-2026 – A By-Law to Adopt the Water and Urban Service Area Budgets for 2026; 3. Bill 19-2026 – A By-Law to Adopt Estimate
Council, April 14, 2026 · Carried
That agenda item number 15.2, being a motion respecting Council remuneration, BE
Council, January 13, 2026 · Referred
That Report PWCS 71-2025, dated December 9, 2025, respecting Public Information Centre Update respecting 8 Carleton Street South Parking Lot Extension, BE
Council, December 9, 2025 · Deferred
That Report PWCS 71-2025, dated December 9, 2025, respecting Public Information Centre Update respecting 8 Carleton Street South Parking Lot Extension, BE RECEIVED, and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That Staff BE DIRECTED to delay the project to explore other alternatives or to create alternative designs.
Council, December 9, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Battle of Beaverdams Park is an important community space located in close proximity to Thorold’s downtown core, and showcasing the park through a Christmas lighting display would not only highlight its natural beauty and cultural significance, but also draw residents and visitors into the area, thereby creating opportunities to support and stimulate local businesses during the holiday
Council, December 9, 2025 · Carried
That Councillors O'Hare, Sentance, and D'Angela, BE APPOINTED, to the ad hoc working group.
Council, November 18, 2025 · Carried
That Correspondence Item PWCS-C 11-2025, being a memorandum from A. Rashed, Project Manager, dated November 18, 2025, respecting 8 Carleton Street Parking Lot Extension Update, BE RECEIVED. The following friendly amendments were accepted by the Mayor and the mover and seconder of the Motion: Thorold City Council Minutes CL 18-2025 November 18, 2025 Page 7 That the motion BE AMENDED as follows: Tha
Council, November 18, 2025 · Carried
That Council Agenda CL 16-2025, BE ADOPTED, as presented.
Council, October 7, 2025 · Carried
That the motion of Report PWCS 56-2025 regarding disposal of surplus lands - 7 & 11 River Street BE AMENDED as follows: That Report PWCS 56-2025, dated October 7, 2025, respecting Disposal of Surplus Lands – 7&11 River St. (Former Fire Station #3), BE RECEIVED and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That staff BE DIRECTED to initiate a public engagement process for the disposal of the subject properties
Council, October 7, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Corporation of the City of Thorold is the 4th fastest growing community in Ontario; Thorold City Council Minutes CL 16-2025 October 7, 2025 Page 8 WHEREAS the Corporation of the City of Thorold is the 8th fastest growing community in Canada; WHEREAS once unpopulated areas are now experiencing development growth; AND WHEREAS population demographics do no longer favour fair representatio
Council, October 7, 2025 · Carried
That Report CLK-11-2025, dated September 9, 2025, respecting Mandatory City Website Update, BE RECEIVED and the following BE APPROVED: 1. That a budget overrun of $24,841.92 (exclusive of HST) BE APPROVED for GHD Digital to provide content migration and sitemap development services for the City of Thorold website, to be funded from the Municipal Development Reserve; and 2. That $11,175.00 (exclusi
Council, September 9, 2025 · Carried
That Report DS 18-2025, dated September 9, 2025, respecting Parkland Dedication By-law, BE
Council, September 9, 2025 · Deferred
That the following Consent Reports BE RECEIVED and the recommendations contained therein, BE APPROVED: 1. 12.1 CL-C 21-2025 – Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee Resolution Regarding Underground Storage for Waste 2. 12.2 CLK 10-2025 – Permitting System for Public Demonstrations, Events, and Rallies 3. 12.3 CLK-C 20-2025 – Support for Elect Respect Pledge 4. 12.4 DF 21-2025 – Budget Ove
Council, August 12, 2025 · Carried
That Memorandum CL-C 21-2025, being a memorandum from J. Letourneau, Legislative & Municipal Elections Coordinator, dated August 12, 2025, respecting Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Committee Resolution Regarding Underground Storage for Waste, BE RECEIVED and the following recommendation BE APPROVED: Thorold City Council Minutes CL 13-2025 August 12, 2025 Page 10 1. That Council DIRECT staff
Council, August 12, 2025 · Carried
That Report CLK 10-2025, dated August 12, 2025, Respecting Permitting System for Public Demonstrations, Events, and Rallies, BE RECEIVED.
Council, August 12, 2025 · Carried
That Memorandum CLK-C 20-2025, being a memorandum from J. Letourneau, Legislative & Municipal Elections Coordinator, dated August 12, 2025, respecting Support for Elect Respect Pledge, BE RECEIVED and the following recommendation BE APPROVED: WHEREAS democracy is healthy when everyone is able to participate fully and safely and contribute to the well-being of their community; WHEREAS we are witnes
Council, August 12, 2025 · Carried
That Report CLK 3-2025, dated April 29, 2025, respecting Proposed Amendments to Public Forum Committee Meeting Procedures, BE RECEIVED and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: 1. That Council APPROVE the proposed amendments to the Public Forum Committee Meeting Procedures attached herein as Appendix 2; and Thorold City Council Open Minutes CL 7-2025 April 29, 2025 Page 5 2. That Council DIRE
Council, April 29, 2025 · Lost
That Report PWCS 24-2025, dated April 29, 2025, respecting 2025 Rural Roads Tar and Chip Program – Tender Award (102EN5002), BE RECEIVED and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: 1. That a budget reallocation of $90,000 from the Crack Sealing Budget and $100,000 from the Urban Roads Budget BE REALLOCATED to the Rural Roads Project; 2. That Request for Tender No. 102EN5002, respecting the Rura
Council, April 29, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the motor racing industry is a vital contributor to the local economy, generating significant revenue through events, tourism, and local employment; WHEREAS the motor racing industry in the region relies heavily on the importation of specialized equipment, parts, and supplies from the United States, including specialized racing tires, which may be subject to tariffs imposed by the United S
Council, April 29, 2025 · Carried
That Report PWCS 23-2025, dated April 8, 2025, respecting Rolling Meadows Phase 18 Pre-Servicing Agreement, BE RECEIVED and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: 1. That Council APPROVE the terms and conditions of a Pre-Servicing Agreement with Rolling Meadows Land Development Corporation, the Developer for the Rolling Meadows – Phase 18, to proceed with the necessary site servicing before th
Council, April 8, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the City of Thorold’s Zoning By-law No. 60-2019 defines a Kennel; WHEREAS the City of Thorold’s Zoning By-law states if a use is not specifically listed as a permitted use in a zone, then it is not permitted; WHEREAS the City of Thorold’s Zoning By-law does not list Kennel as a permitted use in any of the established zones; and Thorold City Council Open Minutes CL 5-2025 March 18, 2025 Pag
Council, March 18, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the City of Thorold recognizes the importance of its flag as a symbol of unity, identity, and civic pride for all its residents; WHEREAS the City’s flag serves as a representation of the municipality's history, values, and commitment to the community; WHEREAS the flag raising protocol is a matter of public interest, ensuring that the City flag is displayed consistently, and with dignity, i
Council, December 10, 2024 · Carried
That the Motion BE AMENDED as follows: WHEREAS the City of Thorold has enacted a By-law to Regulate Parking; WHEREAS the City recognizes the need to balance parking regulations with the needs of its residents, businesses, and visitors, particularly during special events, holidays, or other designated times of community significance; WHEREAS certain dates throughout the year, such as public holiday
Council, December 10, 2024 · Carried
WHEREAS all expenditures of public funds in regards to integrity commissioner reports, investigations, and findings shall be and will be of public knowledge; WHEREAS the Corporation of the City of Thorold shall be open, transparent and accountable in regards to the spending of taxpayers/public funds for all reports, investigations, and findings; WHEREAS in regards to Integrity Commissioner reports
Council, October 1, 2024 · Carried
That Confidential Verbal Update, dated October 1, 2024, respecting Confidential Information respecting encroachments, Tuliptree Drive, BE RECEIVED.
Council, October 1, 2024 · Carried
The Mayor called a vote on the following motion, as amended: 1. That Correspondence Item PWCS-C 4-2024, being a memorandum from G. Holman, Director, Public Works, Community Services, dated October 1, 2024, respecting Confederation West (Tuliptree Drive) Neighbourhood Noise Wall - Encroachments, BE RECEIVED; and 2. That Council DIRECT Staff to retain external legal counsel to advise on options resp
Council, October 1, 2024 · Carried
WHEREAS DSBN has identified the City of Thorold as in need of a new school; and WHEREAS DSBN and Rolling Meadows Land Corporation have signed a land sale agreement; and WHEREAS since 2010 Rolling Meadows Land Corporation has constructed all roads within its plan of subdivision; and AND WHEREAS the Corporation of the City of Thorold and Rolling Meadows Land Corporation entered into an agreement in
Council, September 10, 2024 · Carried
That report DS 33-2024, dated September 10, 2024, respecting 46 and 48 St David Street West - Zoning By-law Amendment (D14-02-2024), BE RECEIVED, and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: 1. That application D14-02-2024 for a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone 46 and 48 St. David Street West from Residential One Zone (R1C) to a site specific Residential Four Zone (R4-104) BE APPROVED.
Council, September 10, 2024 · Carried
That report PWCS 88-2024, dated September 10, 2024, respecting St. David's St. and Ormond St. North Traffic Calming BE RECEIVED, and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: Thorold City Council Open Minutes CL 14-2024 September 10, 2024 Page 11 1. That an all way stop BE INSTALLED at the intersection of St. David's Street and Ormond Street North. 2. That the Traffic and Parking By-law No. 150-2
Council, September 10, 2024 · Carried
WHEREAS public safety is necessary to protect the well-being of our residents; WHEREAS the residents of Davis St. in Thorold South request traffic calming measures; WHEREAS the residents further requests a three way stop be installed on the corner of Davis St. and Niagara Falls Rd. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the City of Thorold INSTALL an all way stop on the corner(s) of Davi
Council, September 10, 2024 · Carried
The Mayor called a vote on the following motion, as amended: That Report PWCS 73-2024, dated August 13, 2024, respecting Tender Award - Pine Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement, BE RECEIVED, and the following recommendations BE APPROVED, as amended: 1. That Request for Tender No. 101EN90008, respecting Pine Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement, BE AWARDED to Provincial Construction (Niagara Falls) Limi
Council, August 13, 2024 · Carried
That Staff BE DIRECTED to prepare a Report for Council respecting the use, storage and transportation of lithium-ion batteries within the City of Thorold.
Council, August 13, 2024 · Carried
That Report PWCS 81-2024, dated August 13, 2024, respecting 8 Carleton Street Furniture Award, BE RECEIVED, and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: 1. That the furniture supply contract for the Development Services Office at 8 Carleton Street BE AWARDED to McGowans Office Interiors for a total of $194,527 excluding HST; and, 2. That the Mayor and the Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute the neces
Council, August 13, 2024 · Carried
That Report PWCS 66-2024, dated July 9, 2024, respecting RFP Award - Allanburg Community Centre Renovation Design (Project No. 602AL4002), BE RECEIVED, and the following recommendations BE APPROVED: 1. That the Design Contract for the Allanburg Community Centre Renovation Project BE AWARDED to Quartek Group Inc., at a contract price of $108,500.00, excluding HST; Thorold City Council Open Session
Council, July 9, 2024 · Carried
That, in accordance with section 2.1 of By-law 26-2021, being the City of Thorold's Procedural By-law, the rules in the By-law BE SUSPENDED, and the meeting PROCEED past 11:00 p.m. to allow the consideration of the business before City Council. Having received a 2/3 vote in favour of the motion, the Mayor declared it
Council, March 19, 2024 · Carried
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65meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
1,454votes in 2022Local Councillor, incumbent
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