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   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve $8.6M in road projects and $250K Elexicon settlement",
   "summary": "Pickering Council will decide on three major spending items: a $40,000 traffic-calming design review, a $250,000 Elexicon settlement, and $8.6M in capital road contracts. Four confidential in-camera items on land acquisition, litigation, and economic opportunities will also be discussed.",
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   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve $924,204 renovation contract for Chestnut Hill O'Brien Arena",
   "summary": "The Special Council will consider three reports: an architectural consulting contract for major renovations at the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex O'Brien Arena, a licence agreement for space at Centennial Park with the Pickering Ajax Italian Social Club, and an engineering consulting contract for the detailed design of the Michell Bridge Replacement Project. For each, the Council will receive the report, accept the vendor proposal, approve the total project cost, and authorize financing from designated reserve funds. The meeting also includes a by‑law to provide indemnification coverage for council members and employees.",
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   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee decides 5 minor variance applications",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment is holding a hearing to decide on five minor variance applications at various properties in Pickering. These include a tabled case from August 2025 and four new applications.",
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   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Waterfront Visionary Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Nuclear plant presentation and waterfront projects update",
   "summary": "The committee will hear a presentation from OPG Pickering Nuclear on the refurbishment project. Updates will be given on the waterfront tree canopy study, shoreline improvements from West Shore Boulevard to Marksbury Road, and Beachfront Park Revitalization Phase 2. The April 15, 2026 meeting minutes will be approved.",
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   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to consider amending designating by-laws for Altona Meeting House",
   "summary": "The Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee will review a memorandum proposing an amendment to the designating by-laws for the Altona Meeting House at 5475 Sideline 30. They will also approve previous meeting minutes and handle other routine business.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "In Camera Council Session",
   "headline": "Council discusses appeals of Northeast Pickering Secondary Plan in closed session",
   "summary": "The Pickering City Council is meeting in a closed (in camera) session to discuss legal matters and receive advice regarding appeals of the Northeast Pickering Secondary Plan (Official Plan Amendment 54). The discussion is authorized under the Municipal Act for litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and negotiations.",
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   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Pickering Council to review integrity report and major land use changes in Seaton",
   "summary": "Council will consider a report from the Integrity Commissioner regarding Councillor Robinson and vote on a significant Official Plan Amendment for the Seaton community. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure contracts and new traffic regulations.",
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   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council considers $29.4 million development charge reduction application",
   "summary": "The City is considering an application to a federal-provincial partnership program to reduce development charges. If approved, the city would seek funding for several capital projects and implement a three-year freeze on residential development charge rates.",
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   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Accessibility Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and park updates",
   "summary": "The Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear presentations on accessibility features at City Centre Park, Bonita Park, George Ashe Library, and Seaton Recreation Complex. Members will also plan the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and discuss Canada Day accessibility, a regional AAC forum, and reports to council.",
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   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Cultural Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "City Centre Park concept plan presented to Cultural Advisory Committee",
   "summary": "The Pickerington Cultural Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the City Centre Park concept plan from landscape and parks staff. The committee is also asked to endorse public art for the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre West Garden and select a shortlist for the Community Banner Series. Updates will be provided on the Cultural Strategic Plan, Museum Strategic Plan, and the Pickering Arts Culture Engagement subcommittee.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Statutory Public Meeting under the Planning Act",
   "headline": "Public meeting for proposed development at 666-682 Liverpool Road",
   "summary": "The City of Pickering is holding a statutory public meeting to receive feedback on a development application by Plaza 6 Inc. The session will cover proposed changes to the Official Plan, zoning, and the creation of a new subdivision and condominium.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review City Centre Park presentation and homelessness updates",
   "summary": "The Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee will hear a presentation regarding City Centre Park. The meeting also includes updates on homelessness and regional community safety initiatives.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee of Adjustment to review land division and minor variance requests",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will meet to decide on one land division application and six minor variance requests. These requests involve property modifications and zoning exceptions for various residential and commercial addresses.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss harassment investigation findings and recommendations",
   "summary": "This special council meeting will discuss confidential matters, including harassment investigation findings and recommendations regarding the Respect in the Workplace Policy. The meeting includes a confidential presentation from legal counsel and will pass a confirmatory by-law. The public may observe the open portion via livestream.",
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   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Planning and Development Committee",
   "headline": "Major official plan amendment for Seaton lands near Brock Road and Highway 407",
   "summary": "The committee will consider approving an official plan amendment (OPA 25-004P) by Seaton TFPM Inc. to redesignate employment and community node lands near Brock Road and Highway 407 for mixed uses including residential, institutional, and commercial. Also on the agenda: a heritage designation objection for 681 Pleasant Street (Mansfield House) and a zoning by-law amendment for Four Seasons Country Club to allow residential units with the golf course.",
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   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Executive Committee",
   "headline": "Council to consider endorsing 2026-2030 Economic Development Strategy",
   "summary": "The Executive Committee will discuss and potentially endorse the 'Building Our Future: Pickering's Economic Growth Roadmap' for 2026-2030, prepared by KPMG. They will also decide on terminating leases for Brougham Hall, approve a $305,280 asphalt resurfacing contract for Fire Station #2, and consider various traffic by-law amendments including restrictions on Azalea Avenue and an all-way stop at Palmers Sawmill Road and Four Seasons Lane. Other items include a parking license agreement with Pickering Islamic Centre for 10 overflow spaces at Brock Ridge Community Park and an update on the Corporate Asset Management Plan.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce",
   "headline": "Taskforce to review Anti-Black Racism Action Plan Work Plan",
   "summary": "The Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce will hear a presentation from consultants on an Anti-Black Racism Action Plan Work Plan. The taskforce will also receive city updates on equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, and discuss subcommittee work including community engagement and plans for International Day for People of African Descent.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $1.1M animal shelter design contract",
   "summary": "Council will decide on contracts including a $1.1M animal shelter design, a $66K pond cleanout, a $308K Durham Meadoway MOU, and a $662K school crossing guard extension. They will also endorse the preferred concept design for City Centre Park featuring an outdoor skating rink and water feature. Several advisory committee work plans and a request to support transferring the TRCA Osler Tract to a provincial park are on the agenda.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council votes on Northeast Pickering Secondary Plan",
   "summary": "Council is deciding on Official Plan Amendment 54 to adopt the Northeast Pickering Secondary Plan, which sets policies for new development. Staff are directed to negotiate agreements with the Landowners Group for funding studies, parks, and infrastructure. The meeting also includes public delegations on the plan.",
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   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Accessibility Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review automatic doors, Brock Rd site plan, and inclusive play",
   "summary": "The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing a site plan for 1970 Brock Rd, discussing a report on automatic accessible doors at city facilities, and planning inclusive play spaces. They will also receive updates on the George Ashe Library, Fire Station 5, and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.",
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   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Cultural Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Cultural Strategic Plan presentation to committee",
   "summary": "The Cultural Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Cultural Strategic Plan and receive updates on equity, diversity and inclusion at city events, the Pickering Museum Village, the Pickering Arts Culture Engagement subcommittee, and the 2026 meeting schedule.",
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   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses acquisition of Frenchman's Bay land in closed session",
   "summary": "This special council meeting will go into closed session to discuss the proposed acquisition of Frenchman's Bay land and related legal advice. The public portion includes only procedural items like call to order and confirmatory bylaw.",
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   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Heritage permit for Whitevale Road and 681 Pleasant Street designation update",
   "summary": "The Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee will review a heritage permit application for a property on Whitevale Road. They will also receive an update on the proposed designation of 681 Pleasant Street, including a notice of objection, and discuss a council motion regarding the Whitevale School House. Routine items include approval of minutes and other business.",
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   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Three minor variance applications for properties on Delphinium Trail, Finch Ave, Glendale Dr",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment holds an electronic hearing to decide on three minor variance applications. The public can observe via livestream and submit written comments or register to speak. Decisions will be made on requests for zoning adjustments.",
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