Council Member Appointments

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2023-07-19 · Toronto City Council · amended

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City Council on July 19 and 20, 2023, adopted the following: 1. City Council rescind the appointments of Councillor Brad Bradford, Councillor Gary Crawford, Councillor Frances Nunziata and Councillor James Pasternak to the Striking Committee and appoint in their place the following Members for a term of office ending on December 31, 2024 or until successors are appointed: a. Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie; b. Councillor Gord Perks; and c.

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Councillor Shelley Carroll; having regard that Mayor Olivia Chow has appointed Councillor Ausma Malik as Chair and Councillor Alejandra Bravo as Vice Chair. 2. City Council direct the City Clerk to canvass Members of Council for their interest in appointment or reappointment to Council committees, local boards, City corporations and external agencies and to report to a special meeting of the Striking Committee to be called for the purpose of recommending a new slate of appointments for Council consideration.

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This recent by-election provided an incredible opportunity for all of us to hear more about people's priorities across our city. In the face of a deepening housing crisis, a sense of unease in our communities, and a transit system that is less reliable, it has become harder and harder for people to get by. People are being squeezed out of our city and far too many are being left behind. And we, as the City, are struggling financially with a budget hole left behind by a global pandemic and the longstanding need for a new deal for cities.

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This election people sent a clear message that they want life to improve in our city. They are calling on all of us to find the determination to work together to help change course. I not only believe that this is possible, I know it is absolutely necessary. Over the last few weeks I have had the distinct privilege of sitting down with Members of Council to hear directly what their priorities are for their local communities and for our city. There are many more conversations to be had in the coming days. And it is through these conversations that I have been made even more hopeful for the future of our city because I can see clear common ground across City Council. As we continue the term but also begin it anew, it is incumbent on us to find unity of purpose so that we can chart a better way forward.

Staff recommended

Mayor Olivia Chow recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Clerk to canvass Members of Council for their interest in appointment or reappointment to Council committees, local boards, City corporations and external agencies and report to a special meeting of the Striking Committee to be called for the purpose of recommending a new slate of appointments for Council consideration.

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