The Peel Region Record

Matt Mahoney

Councillor · Ward 8 · seen 2020-03-12 to 2026-06-18 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026

101substantive motions movedof 68 meetings the minutes record them at
38procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
116substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
5meetings recorded absentof 68 they were on the record for
137–18recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

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Regional Council May 28, 2026
That all new growth-related capital procurements for water and wastewater be paused effective June 11, 2026 until a sufficient commitment of funding is received, to be ratified by Regional Council at its next meeting.
For · 19–5 · Carried
Regional Council April 23, 2026
Whereas The Regional Municipality of Peel (Peel) currently operates the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA); And whereas, In September 2025, Regional Council passed a motion (Resolution #2025-685) to initiate…
For · 20–3 · Carried
Regional Council January 22, 2026
Whereas, the housing crisis continues to impact Ontario as well as the Region of Peel and it’s three lower tier municipalities;
For · 23–1 · Carried
Regional Council Budget December 11, 2025
Whereas in 2026 Peel Region is increasing its budget by approximately 9.2 percent resulting in a significant property tax increase;
For · 13–11 · Carried
Regional Council October 23, 2025
That the motion regarding the extension of the development charge deferral and grant program to those residential developments for which a plan of subdivision was registered prior to January 29, 2025, municipal…
Against · 8–16 · Lost
Regional Council September 25, 2025
That Staff undertake public consultation in regards to the ownership of PAMA and return to Regional Council in Q1 2026 for a decision on the future and ownership of PAMA In Favour (6): Councillor Brar, Councillor Early…
Against · 6–18 · Lost
Regional Council September 25, 2025
Whereas The Regional Municipality of Peel (“Peel”) operates the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (“PAMA”); Council Minutes 282 And whereas, the City of Brampton, the City of Mississauga, and the Town of Caledon…
For · 20–4 · Carried
Regional Council June 26, 2025
Whereas the growing number of homeless encampments in the City of Brampton is a complex problem that requires collaborative efforts from all levels of government and community partners;
Against · 11–10 · Carried
Regional Council March 20, 2025
Whereas on October 13, 1994 Regional Council decided that the responsibility for waste collection would be transferred to the Region of Peel from the City of Mississauga and the City of Brampton;
For · 24–0 · Carried
Regional Council December 7, 2023
That section 4.4.4 of Procedure By-law 27-2022, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion arising from a delegation.
For · 15–8 · Lost
Regional Council December 7, 2023
That section 5.12.2 of Procedure By-law 27-2022, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion without previous notice.
Against · 12–12 · Lost
Regional Council Budget November 30, 2023
the Region of Peel with the Hazel McCallion Act (Bill 112) will be transferring its services to the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon;
For · 9–15 · Deferred
Regional Council July 6, 2023
That the 2023 Early Years and Child Care gross revenues and expenditures be increased by $15,269,685 to reflect the receipt of additional funding from the Ministry of Education, with no net budget impact to Peel Region;
For · 17–6 · Carried
Regional Council July 6, 2023
That the report listed as Item 13.2 on the July 6, 2023 Regional Council agenda be
Against · 8–16 · Lost
Regional Council June 22, 2023
That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write a letter to the Premier of Ontario to request immediate confirmation that the Peel Regional Police remain as a single entity and the Ontario Provincial…
For · 16–8 · Carried
Regional Council March 23, 2023
That the motion to implement a Welcoming Streets pilot program in Cooksville, Malton and Port Credit, be
Against · 16–8 · Carried
Regional Council January 12, 2023
That the closed session direction given to the Commissioner of Public Works related to the confidential report listed as item 22.3, on the January 12, 2023 Regional Council agenda, be
For · 11–13 · Lost
Regional Council January 12, 2023
That the Commissioner of Public Works be directed to terminate all negotiations and participation with Bus Patrol and STOPR.
For · 17–0 · Carried
Regional Council May 26, 2022
That the report listed as In Camera item 22.2, titled “Proposed Property Acquisition - City of Brampton Ward 6", on the May 26, 2022 Regional Council agenda be
Against · 8–7 · Carried
Regional Council January 13, 2022
That the In Camera items listed as 24.2 and 24.3 on the January 13, 2022 Regional Council agenda, be received. In Favour (12): Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor…
For · 8–5 · Lost
Regional Council Budget December 2, 2021
Whereas the pandemic has caused the use of food banks to almost double over the past 18 months; And whereas, the residents and businesses in the Region of Peel have risen to the challenge, providing food and funding…
For · 12–0 · Carried
Regional Council Budget December 2, 2021
That the salary portion of the 2022 Regional Budget which includes a 1.75 per cent non-union salary band adjustment, be approved.
For · 11–0 · Carried
Regional Council Budget December 2, 2021
That the 2022 Operating Budget at a total value of $2,743,129,278 as set out in Summary I of the 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget, attached as Appendix II to the report of the Chief Financial Officer…
For · 11–1 · Carried
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That Resolution 2020-1125, from the December 17, 2020 Regional Council meeting, and the enactment of By-law 83-2020 as it relates to section 2, be reconsidered: “2.
For · 10–4 · Lost
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That the pending motion, listed as item 22.1 on the October 14, 2021 Regional Council agenda, be
Against · 5–9 · Lost
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That the pending motion be amended to include the following paragraph: “And further, that the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to engage a consultant by direct negotiation, with the advice of the Regional…
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That a third-party consultant be hired to review the role of the Chair regarding a full time versus part time role and a comparison with other Regions, including compensation .
Against · 5–9 · Lost
Regional Council September 9, 2021
That section 7.2.2 of Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, which requires that, with certain exceptions, recorded votes be conducted for all motions at Regional Council meetings, be waived when a meeting is held…
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the following matters listed on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 12.1, 12.2, 12.3, 12.4, 12.5, 12.6, 13.1, 13.2, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4…
For · 15–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the In Camera report listed as item 7.1 on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council agenda titled “Automated School Bus Stop Arm Camera – Program Implementation and Processing Centre Recommendations”, as redacted, be…
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
Whereas the safety of students in Peel Region is of paramount concern; And whereas, Peel Regional Council recognizes the need to work collaboratively with its community partners to support and increase safety…
For · 15–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the motion as presented be amended to reinstate the struck-out paragraph: “And further, that should BusPatrol Inc. be unable or unwilling to enter into an agreement with the Region for the “Modified BusPatrol…
Against · 7–8 · Lost
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That section 5.4.4 of Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion arising from a delegation.
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the report of the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee (DEAR- 2/2021) meeting held on June 17, 2021, be adopted.
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the changes to the service delivery model for emergency shelters as described in the report of the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council agenda titled “Transform Service…
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the proposed approach to prioritizing need and policy recommendations described in the report of the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council agenda titled “Housing Service…
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the request of the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) for a National Action Summit on Islamophobia, to be hosted by the Canadian Government convening leaders from all levels of government to chart a path…
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the Request for Proposal 2019-287P to Design, Build, Operate and Maintain the Peel Renewable Natural (RNG) Centre (the “Request for Proposal”) be cancelled in accordance with its terms;
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council June 24, 2021
That the Peel-Conservation Authority (Peel-CA) Climate Change Performance Measurement System be endorsed as an additional tool to support the Peel-CA annual budget review process;
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council June 24, 2021
That the 2022 Budget be developed to ensure the long term sustainability of services and demonstrate respect for the taxpayer, as outlined in the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate…
For · 15–0 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (5)

Waste Management Strategic Advisory CommitteeMay 21, 2026
Waste Management Strategic Advisory CommitteeSeptember 18, 2025
Waste Management Strategic Advisory CommitteeFebruary 6, 2025
Regional CouncilJune 13, 2024
Regional Council Policies and Procedures CommitteeMay 2, 2024

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 101)

That the minutes of the July 9, 2026 Regional Council meeting, be approved.
Regional Council, September 10, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at Peel Region are saddened to learn of the passing of Arjun Jinachandran; And whereas, Arjun Jinachandran joined Peel Region in 2026 and served as a contractor for several years prior supporting various Peel Living sites; And whereas, he is remembered as a valued and respected team member, known for his dedication to supporting Pee
Regional Council, July 9, 2026 · Carried
That Councillor Butt be elected as Chair of the Committee of Revision for the term endingNovember 14, 2026 or until a successor is appointed.
Committee of Revision, June 18, 2026 · Carried
That the agenda for the June 18, 2026 Committee of Revision meeting, be approved.
Committee of Revision, June 18, 2026 · Carried
That the revised total estimated cost of the works of approximately $4,669,862.87 (from the original $1,317,784 set out in By-law 60-2021 for Local Improvement Project 21-2710), be approved; and That the addition of 30 Cadetta Road to the local improvement roll as a property specially charged for the works, under Section 25 of O.Reg. 586/06, Local Improvement Charges - Priority Lien Status, under
Committee of Revision, June 18, 2026 · Carried
That By-law 39-2026 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on June 11, 2026, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
Regional Council, June 11, 2026 · Carried
That the by-laws listed on the April 9, 2026 Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 18-2026 to 20-2026, inclusive, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
Regional Council, April 9, 2026 · Carried
That the following matters listed on the Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 11.3, 11.4, 12.1, 12.3, 13.1, 13.2, 14.1, 15.1, 17.2, 18.1, 22.1, 22.2, 22.3, 22.4, and 22.7.
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
That the comments outlined in Appendix I to the report of the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services, listed on the February 26, 2026 Regional Council agenda titled “Comments on Ontario’s Proposed Initiatives under the Buy Ontario Act (Public Sector Procurement), 2025”, be endorsed and posted on the Ontario Regulatory Registry by March 2, 2026.
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
That the amendments to By-law 1-2007 as outlined in the report of the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services, listed on the February 26, 2026 Regional Council agenda, titled “Amendments to the Records Retention By-law 1-2007, as amended”, be approved; and That the necessary amending by-law be presented for enactment.
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
That the Contract (Document 2018-409N) for Engineering Services for Detailed Design, Contract Administration and Inspections Services for the Widening of Regional Road 18 (Mavis Road), 500 Metres South And 500 Metres North of Highway 407, Project 18- 4070, City of Brampton, Wards 4 and 6 and City of Mississauga, Ward 11, awarded to AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. (formerly SNC-Lavalin), be increased in th
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Health System Integration Committee (HSIC-1/2026) meeting held on February 5, 2026, be adopted.
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
That the contract (Document 2026-052N) for the provision of Hub Coordinator Services at Creditvale Mills Community Hub in Mississauga be awarded to Peel Senior Link, for a period of April 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027, in the estimated amount of $178,601 (excluding applicable taxes), subject to available budget and in accordance with Procurement By-law 45-2023, as amended; and That authority be gr
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
1. That the contract (Document 2026-052N) for the provision of Hub Coordinator Services at Creditvale Mills Community Hub in Mississauga be awarded to Peel Senior Link, for a period of April 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027, in the estimated amount of $178,601 (excluding applicable taxes), subject to available budget and in accordance with Procurement By-law 45-2023, as amended; and 2. That authority
Regional Council, February 26, 2026 · Carried
That By-law 10-2026 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on February 12, 2026, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
Regional Council, February 12, 2026 · Carried
That By-law 10-2026 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on February 12, 2026, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, Council minutes 49 taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
Regional Council, February 12, 2026 · Carried
the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Tammy Walsh; And whereas, Tammy Walsh joined Peel Region in June 2025 and has been a dedicated member of the Payroll team in Human Resources; And whereas, Tammy Walsh was a valued team member as an Employee Service Centre Coordinator; Therefore be it resolved, that sincere condol
Regional Council, December 11, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Tammy Walsh; And whereas, Tammy Walsh joined Peel Region in June 2025 and has been a dedicated member of the Payroll team in Human Resources; And whereas, Tammy Walsh was a valued team member as an Employee Service Centre Coordinator; Therefore be it resolved, that sincer
Regional Council, December 11, 2025 · Carried
That the agenda for the November 20, 2025 Regional Council Budget meeting, be approved.
Regional Council Budget, November 20, 2025 · Carried
That Councillor Brad Butt be appointed to the Credit Valley Conservation Board of Directors for a term ending November 14, 2026, or until a successor is appointed by Regional Council.
Regional Council, February 13, 2025 · Carried
That the by-laws listed on the January 23, 2025 Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 1-2025 and 5-2025 through 7-2025 inclusive, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
Regional Council, January 23, 2025 · Carried
That the by-laws listed on the January 23, 2025 Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 1-2025 and 5-2025 through 7-2025 inclusive, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto. Council Minutes 19
Regional Council, January 23, 2025 · Carried
That the following matters listed on the Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 10.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4, 13.5, 14.1, 14.2, 14.3, 14.4, 14.5, 14.6, 14.7, 14.8, 15.1, 22.1 and 22.2.
Regional Council, January 9, 2025 · Carried
That the report listed as Item 13.1 on the January 9, 2025 Regional Council agenda be
Regional Council, January 9, 2025 · Deferred
That, at the request of The Regional Municipality of Peel Police Service Board, Regional staff pause work on the development and implementation of a 9-1-1 misuse fee program until further direction from Regional Council.
Regional Council, January 9, 2025 · Carried
That Regional staff be directed to engage with planning staff from each of the local municipalities to determine interest in adopting a capacity allocation policy and applicable by-law(s) under the recent changes to the Municipal Act, 2001. Consultation shall include consideration of the feasibility and potential benefits of incorporating “pausing” and “reallocation” provisions to address stalled
Regional Council, January 9, 2025 · Carried
Dr. Hamidah Meghani be appointed as Medical Officer of Health for Peel Region effective January 27, 2025 subject to approval of the Minister of Health and Long - Term Care pursuant to section 64 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O. 1990 Chapter H.7; and That the Commissioner of Health Services be authorized to finalize the necessary documents in accordance with normal policy; and Tha
Regional Council, January 9, 2025 · Carried
1. Dr. Hamidah Meghani be appointed as Medical Officer of Health for Peel Region effective January 27, 2025 subject to approval of the Minister of Health and Long - Term Care pursuant to section 64 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O. 1990 Chapter H.7; and 2. That the Commissioner of Health Services be authorized to finalize the necessary documents in accordance with normal policy; a
Regional Council, January 9, 2025 · Carried
That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Planning and Growth Management Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows: Chair: Councillor Russo Vice-Chair: Councillor Palleschi
Regional Council, December 12, 2024 · Carried
Council Minutes 385 That the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Planning and Growth Management Section of Regional Council for the remainder of the Council term or until successors are appointed by Regional Council, be as follows: Chair: Councillor Russo Vice-Chair: Councillor Palleschi
Regional Council, December 12, 2024 · Carried
That the minutes of the November 7, 2024 Regional Council meeting, be approved.
Regional Council, November 21, 2024 · Carried
That By-law 66-2024 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on November 7, 2024, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
Regional Council, November 7, 2024 · Carried
That the following matters listed on the October 24, 2024 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Agenda: 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, 11.4, 13.1, 14.1, 14.2, 14.3, 14.4, 14.5, 14.6, 14.7, 14.8, 16.1, 17.2, 18.1, 18.2, 22.1, 22.2, and 22.3.
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
That QEW Widening Impacts on the Wastewater System (Project 18-2394) be increased in the amount of $1,300,000, to account for the design and construction of the existing watermain and sanitary sewer upgrades funded from the Utility Rate Supported Capital Reserve for a revised total project cost of $9,300,000; and That 675mm Sanitary Sewer on Humber Station Road (Project 24-2194) be increased by $1
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
That the 2024 Early Years and Child Care gross expenditure and revenue be increased by $8,518,201 to account for the Canada Wide Early Year and Child Care (CWELCC) 2024 Funding Allocations for the Emerging Issues Initiative, with no net financial impact to the existing budget; and That the 2024 Early Years and Child Care gross expenditure and revenue be increased by $2,882,766 to account for the N
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
That the report of the Emergency Management Program Committee (EMPC-2/2024) meeting held on October 3, 2024, be adopted.
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
That the report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee (WMSAC-3/2024) meeting held on October 3, 2024, be adopted.
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
That the priorities outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the October 24, 2024 Regional Council agenda titled “The Erosion of Basic Living Standards for Peel's Most Vulnerable Residents”, be endorsed; and That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write to the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services to advocate for the provincial governm
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
1. That QEW Widening Impacts on the Wastewater System (Project 18- 2394) be increased in the amount of $1,300,000, to account for the design and construction of the existing watermain and sanitary sewer upgrades funded from the Utility Rate Supported Capital Reserve for a revised total project cost of $9,300,000; and 2. That 675mm Sanitary Sewer on Humber Station Road (Project 24-2194) be increase
Regional Council, October 24, 2024 · Carried
That Regional Council provide their input and endorsement of Peel’s Strategic Agenda, which sets out to advance Regional Council’s approved 20-year Strategic Plan.
Regional Council, October 10, 2024 · Carried

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